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Social Anxiety in Teens

For young people, social anxiety can become debilitating and chronic if left untreated. CBT expert Jennifer Shannon talks about assessment, treatment and more.
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Does social media encourage social anxiety in teens?
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Coping with criticism
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Can parents alone cause social anxiety?
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Is social anxiety in teens genetic or learned?
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What treatment strategies would you recommend for youth that refuse gradual exposure therapy?
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Is social anxiety linked to low self-esteem?
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How do I help my teen not care what other people think of her?
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Why do so many people drop out of therapy for social anxiety disorder?
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Is social anxiety a treatable condition?
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Why do you think that the social anxiety often starts in early adolescence?
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What are the key components of treatment for social anxiety disorder?
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What is the best way for parents to help their teen if they are struggling with social anxiety?
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I work in a secondary school setting. Many students present to the front office with stomach aches and wanting to go home. How should we assess and address if this is social anxiety?
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Is being shy the same as having social anxiety?
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How can I tell if my teen is simply introverted or if they might have social anxiety?
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Social Anxiety Quiz
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How does social anxiety develop into a chronic issue?
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What makes it important to address social anxiety during teen years?
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