Has anybody cured themselves of social phobia? if so how please help i am in agony!?

Answer 1

Don't see a doctor or take medication, it will only make you worse. You have to force yourself to socialize. Getting a job as a convenience store clerk or something where you have to talk to people could help. Taking a class where you'll have interaction could help. You have to socialize! Don't talk about it, just do it. Add "additional details" if you'd like to chat about it.

Answer 2

He's suffering from sever anxiety. Possibly panic attacks. Whenever he's in a new situation they happen. He's able to cope at work because he's used to the surroundings. But if there's a new element added. Let's say a new boss or co-worker. This could set him off. Let me guess. He likes to eat lunch by himself. He should seek a doctors advice. One of they symptoms of this problem is the person can't get help for themselves. They don't know how. They even think they might be crazy. He just might need some medication. Don't take the words "Panic Attack" so literal. You can't see them doing anything other than being nervous or withdrawn. They'll appear totally normal at times but on the inside fighting it. He needs help because it can very easily get worse. Some people get so bad they can't leave there homes. Some people stay inside for years. Don't answer the phone. Sneak out at night to get the mail. Have groceries delivered. It's not a joke. It's tricky though. What can you do for him? You can't just come out and say it. You said you've known him for years. I know there's a national anxiety day. Where people can get free testing done. It's not until March? I'm not sure of the date. Just do a search. Your best bet is to read up on anxiety and educate yourself before trying to help him. K I'm done writing a book here. Good luck! .

Answer 3

Many people are afraid of social situations. It arises from our own subconscious need to be perfect in social situations. We are worried about what others are going to think of us or are we dressed right for the occassion or are we going to say the right things and so on. This causes stress. In the long run it can lead to withdrawal from social situations. You cannot cure it. You can only control it. It involves a lot of factors. Your circumstances, your upbringing, the circle of friends you have, your level of activity, etc.

Social phobia is an extreme state. It is schizophrenia. Most people suffer from social anxiety or social panic due to factors mentioned above.

Medications can only help so much but it is better to avoid them, if possible. Medications should be taken only if you have extreme anxiety disorders. Of course, nowadays everything is about "instant cure" which in the long run is bad except for the companies making the drugs.

Social anxiety is a common occurence. Sometimes it is a "pass through" state. You could be suffering from something else like stress which can cause anxiety or panic.

The best way to learn to control it is to meet people. Join a volunteer group or take a fun class in some college. You end up meeting people who share the same interests and it will make it easier for you to converse. Don't be pressured into attending functions that you don't want to attend.

Some of the best socialites have the same fear but they have learnt to control it and move ahead because they have found out what kind of activities or groups they like and mingle among them.

Now I have to practice what I preach. I am getting better. :)

Hope this little essay helps. :)

Answer 4

I feel great sympathy for you but would need to know what form your social phobia takes? Is it extreme shyness? Is it fear? Panic? What?
Please ask the question again so that I, or another reader, can help.
There are programmes for all kinds of phobias, ideally administered by a good psychiatrist. You would have to ask your GP to refer you to one and be ready to accept help.
Good Luck,
Simon 2

Answer 5

Medication can help. There are certain types of anti-depressants which are particularly good for social phobia, anxiety etc... talk to your doctor.

Answer 6

You may need to see a doctor and get on some anxiety meds to help you ease out of your social disorder.

Answer 7

I know how you feel.. start by going over to a friends house (if you haven't all ready) or go see a movie with a friend or go to a swap meet (that's what I did lol) Sorry if I'm not much help, but good luck!

Answer 8

There is a site
ThinkRightNow.com
visit it try some of the programs
had some problems, now undercontrol
without meds or shrinks and less cost
faster results
good luck

Answer 9

i went to a horse barn and everyonme there was so nice. after a while i pertty much started being alittle more social i would say hi to people when they talked to me. and as the years went on i got so much better. horses were a cure for me. also for depression. the only reason i didn't kill myself was because i finally had my own horse and he loved me too much. and he makes me happy every time i see him.

Answer 10

Counseling would help more but if you want to go it alone, start with some self help books to make a plan on how you'll do it.