Social Anxiety Disorder.?

Question

Okay, I'm 17 and my psychiatrist says I have Social Anxiety Disorder and I should go in regularly to "talk" with him. But my parents won't let me, they say if I go see a psychiatrist, I'm some how less of a person, and will embarrass them. So I was wondering if there is anything I can do by myself to help treat it without psychiatry or medications because my parents won't allow that...

Answer 1

I'm very sorry that your parents are so close-minded about this. You need help now, while you are young.

If you can, get a copy of Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway by Susan Jeffers PhD.D. It will likely be available at your public library. Or, if you have the funds, you can buy it on-line at Amazon or Chapters for less than $20. I recently sent a copy to a teen-aged relative who is phobic. It is simple to read since it's divided into sections and doesn't have to be read from beginning to end.

Take your time in social situations. You are not required to make conversation. Being a good listener has great advantages, especially when dealing with those who are insecure themselves and love to talk.

Dress as neatly as you can. And spend a bit of extra time with your hair and general appearance. It will make you feel better about yourself, less self-conscious that is.

I do understand your problem, having recovered from it myself. I was obliged to disregard my parents' and young husband's ignorance regarding such matters and find help on my own. That's why it's important for you to do the same. ASAP

My thoughts and best wishes are with you. Good luck!

Answer 2

If you are in school, there are typically school psychologists you can see. You can explain your parents will not allow you to see a therapist outaside of school and they can discuss this with you as well as options for easing your social anxiety.

Some ways I coped with my anxiety in school were; sitting in the front of the room so I was focused on the teacher rather than the number of people in the room, followed a routine, ate healthy meals and ate a good amount to keep my body healthy, slept 7-8hrs a night, prepared myself for tests and quizzes as well as did my homework before hand so I wasn't rushing.
I found if something was bothering me physically like needing to use the bathroom, being tired or not eating well my anxiety would kick in easier and be worse. I found routine and planning really helped my anxiety levels. Good luck!

Answer 3

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Answer 4

dude your on the same road as me :) Ive put up with it for all my life, i was pretty much born with it. Horrible feeling!! i can say social anxiety is the worse their is as social life is basically life isnt it lol ans its gotta be put to the max i got prescriptions, didnt really help me, helped me a bit but like.. .it was still their, the thing is it isnt really to do with mental health even your doctor may say otherwise, from my experience its just the way your life has been constucted or maybe you were just born with it. But i know the feeling, i can really understand. Sometimes, if the medicine doesnt work, then just say to yourself, "am i gonna let this stupid disorder control what and cannot do and experience" its just a deal with it thing :( :( sometimes it can be linked to the past! i have a friend who actually completely got rid of it. I would strongly recommend you get a prescription, and do as your doctor ses, as my social anxiety was very severe. Depending on yours, ask yourself "Is this affecting my life" "Am i coping" If you have a "no" then i would go and see the doctor, the pills can really settle it for a while. :) I learned to cope with it as i eventually found the pills didnt work and i completely just ignored it and concentrated on something else, its hard but you learn from experience, And yeh, if you want my opinion, the medicine just like helps you chill, it lasts quite a while and you can concentate on what people are saying, the medicine is a good start, and will help you as your talking to people and learning to cope while the disorder is knocked out. But its not a cure :( you have to learn, how did this start, why, and find out what is causing it and eventually you will naturally learn to tackle it. Life is short Dont let this stupid, pointless disorder bring your lifes potential down Best of luck ^_^

Answer 5

Homeopathic Remedies for Anxiety / Panic Attacks / Stress / Depression(Bereavment) / Mood Swings (Totally safe, without any side effects or complications of any sort) :-

ANXIETY / PANIC ATTACKS & STRESS :-

Sudden with restlessness and fear of death, Panic Attacks, Aconite 30X or 200X,1/2 hourly (3 Doses)

Prolonged with periodic and panic attacks Arsenic Alb.200X, 4 hourly (3 Doses)

With fainting spells; profuse sweating; worse in the morning Sulphur 30X or 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Makes patient walk fast; due to anticipation Argentum Nit 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Worse lying in bed and closing the eyes Carbo Veg 30X or 200X, 4 hourly (6 Doses)

Anxiety aggravated by upward or downward motion; going in an elevator; worse till 11 P.M, Borax 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxious about business even when seriously ill Bryonia Alba 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Full of apprehensions in the evening Causticum 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety and fears in the evening with restlessness and palpitation Calcarea Carb.200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety worse while lying still. Sad music ameliorates the complaints Manganum Acet 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety due to fright, fear,exciting news; stage fright; worse while appearing for examination or interview etc Gelsemium 30X or 200X 3 hourly (6 Doses)

Mood Swings, Anxiety due to grief or shock in the subconscious mind Ignatia 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety; better after eating Anacardium Or 30X, 4 hourly.

DEPRESSION & GRIEF(Bereavement) :-

Severe shock due to sudden death of loved ones; restlessness, anxiety and fear Aconite 200X. 10 min (3 Doses)

Prolonged mournings; cannot overcome the loss of loved ones and/or Mood Swings. Ignatia 1M or 10M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

When the grief is in the conscious mind; patient weeps; does not like sympathy Natrum Mur.200X or 1M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

For chronic grief and indignation Staphysagria 200X or 1M, weekly (3 Doses)

Depression with suicidal thoughts feeling of worthlessness, Aurum Met 30X, three times a day half hour before meals.


Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms. No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.
Curing without any side effects or Complications Thats the Beauty of Homeopathic Medicine (Cures Par Excellence)

Take Care and God Bless you.

Answer 6

Try talking to people at school like teachers or friends about it

Answer 7

I have the same thing. There are places that offer free counselling that will help. I found one that has helped me get out more.

Answer 8

tell your parents to piss off. i'm serious. if they cared about u they would do anything to help you out.