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Are You a Social Phobic?

Social phobics account for over 13% of the population, so the debilitating anxiety that people suffering from social phobia experience is not an uncommon phenomenon. But how do you know if you really do have the condition? The following is a list of criteria required for a diagnosis of social phobia. 1. A strong and persistent fear in social situations of being exposed to unfamiliar people or to possible judgment by others. The individual feels that they will act in such a way as to bringing ridicule on themselves and be humiliated or embarrassed. In children, this behavior must be … Continue reading →

Social Phobia – A Case Study

Jeff is a quiet sort of a guy. He is reasonably well-liked, mainly because he doesn’t step on anyone’s toes and is always willing to go along with other people’s suggestions. His acquaintances sometimes laugh about how shy he is, and how odd it is that a grown man can blush for no apparent reason. “What color’s red, Jeff?”is always guaranteed to get a few laughs. For everyone except Jeff, of course. He’s also popular with the boss at work, as he gets on with the job without too much fuss and doesn’t waste time standing around telling jokes and … Continue reading →

Raise Your Awareness for Safer Outings

It is a fact: everywhere you go there is a small possibility of some sort of danger. A dangerous situation could arise at anytime, anywhere. You simply cannot predict when or where it could happen. As parents, we not only need to keep ourselves safe, we have the responsibility of protecting our children as well. Their lives are in our hands, and that can be one of the scariest things about being a parent! I know it is for me. However, we can calm that fear simply by learning how to protect ourselves, and by teaching our children to do … Continue reading →