DATING WITH CONFIDENCE: OVERCOMING SOCIAL ANXIETY AND FINDING LOVE

I have always been intrigued about relationships and how they form, but in recent years my curiosity has focused on relationships in the context of chronic anxiety. My interest stems from my personal experience with generalized anxiety disorder, which occurred at a time when I was single and trying to date. Although, I do not […]

DO SAFETY BEHAVIORS IN SOCIAL ANXIETY SABOTAGE EXPOSURE THERAPY?

In the mid-90s, a study highlighted the nuances of exposure therapy in the context of social phobia, shedding light on the concept of “safety behaviors.” These behaviors act as crutches, allowing individuals to engage in exposure while mitigating excessive anxiety. Take, for instance, someone with a fear of conversing with strangers; they might opt to […]

DATING DO’S & DON’TS WITH SOCIAL ANXIETY

Dating can be exciting and sometimes daunting for anyone, as it is one of those rare instances where we expose our true self to a stranger in the hopes of creating a meaningful and long-term connection with that person. For that reason, dating is often described as an anxiety-inducing situation that requires mental preparation. To […]