The treatment of social phobia using cognitive behavior therapy
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Table of Contents
- Abstract
- The symptoms of social phobia
- Social phobia and mental illnesses
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Relief from social phobia
- Identifying the patient's exact maladaptive schemas and behaviors
- Common cognitive behavioral treatments
- Relapse prevention
- Studies that examined social phobia and treatments
- Conclusion
- Works cited
Abstract
social-phobia has affected how many people live their lives. social phobia is a serious mental disease, but it is not difficult to diagnose or treat. Many theories and therapies have been used to treat social phobia. But one of the most affective and commonly used therapies is cognitive-behavioral therapy. Patients learn to address the thoughts and behaviors that lead them to engage in maladaptive behavior. cognitive-behavioral therapy has a high success rate and many patients go on to live happy healthy lives.
Currently 5 to 10 percent of the population suffers from phobia. In fact, it is one of the most common mental disorders. Phobias can be very destructive and many people experience anxiety and panic when they are confronted with, or anticipating their fears. social phobia affects one's ability to function in social situations. Many people find it to be destructive and life altering.
Currently 5 to 10 percent of the population suffers from phobia. In fact, it is one of the most common mental disorders. Phobias can be very destructive and many people experience anxiety and panic when they are confronted with, or anticipating their fears. social phobia affects one's ability to function in social situations. Many people find it to be destructive and life altering.
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