Author : Susie Scott
Publisher : Springer
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 43,64 MB
Release : 2007-01-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0230801323
Using Symbolic Interactionist theories and descriptions of the everyday life of self-defined 'shy' people, the book explores the social processes of becoming a 'shy person' and performing the shy self in public places. The question of interactional competence is discussed in relation to issues of identity, embodiment, performativity and deviance.
Author : Kenneth H. Rubin
Publisher : Guilford Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 26,42 MB
Release : 2010-02-18
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1606235230
While both positive and negative peer interactions have long been a focus of scientific interest, much less attention has been given to children who tend to refrain from interacting with peers. This volume brings together leading authorities to review progress in understanding the development, causes, and consequences of shyness and social withdrawal. Compelling topics include: *The interplay of biological, psychological, family, and interpersonal processes in shyness and social withdrawal from infancy through adolescence. *The impact on peer relationships and academic performance. *Links among shyness, social withdrawal, and social anxiety disorder. *The positive side of unsociability—when to "leave children alone." *Implications for clinical practice and educational interventions.
Author : Gillian Butler
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 42,68 MB
Release : 2016-10-06
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1472120442
Everyone feels foolish, embarrassed, judged or criticised at times, but this becomes a problem when it undermines your confidence and prevents you from doing what you want to do. Extreme social anxiety and shyness can be crippling but they are readily treated using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). In this fully revised and updated edition, Dr Gillian Butler provides a practical, easy-to-use self-help course which will be invaluable for those suffering from all degrees of social anxiety. Overcoming self-help guides use effective therapeutic techniques to treat long-standing and disabling conditions, both psychological and physical. Many guides in the Overcoming series are recommended under the Reading Well Books on Prescription scheme.
Author : Martin M. Antony
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 11,58 MB
Release : 2008-07-02
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1608820718
There's nothing wrong with being shy. But if social anxiety keeps you from forming relationships with others, advancing in your education or your career, or carrying on with everyday activities, you may need to confront your fears to live an enjoyable, satisfying life. This new edition of The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook offers a comprehensive program to help you do just that. As you complete the activities in this workbook, you'll learn to: •Find your strengths and weaknesses with a self-evaluation •Explore and examine your fears •Create a personalized plan for change •Put your plan into action through gentle and gradual exposure to social situations Information about therapy, medications, and other resources is also included. After completing this program, you'll be well-equipped to make connections with the people around you. Soon, you'll be on your way to enjoying all the benefits of being actively involved in the social world. This book has been awarded The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies Self-Help Seal of Merit — an award bestowed on outstanding self-help books that are consistent with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles and that incorporate scientifically tested strategies for overcoming mental health difficulties. Used alone or in conjunction with therapy, our books offer powerful tools readers can use to jump-start changes in their lives.
Author : Ray Crozier
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 23,96 MB
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1780740891
Often misunderstood and underappreciated, social anxiety is one of the most prevalent psychological problems in the West Shyness and social phobia will affect one in twenty people and can prevent those suffering from leading their lives to the full. In this supportive and informative guide, psychologists Crozier and Alden explore the reason and meaning behind social anxiety and consider the various treatments on offer; including medication and cognitive behavioral therapy. Supported by case studies and the latest in psychological research and practice, the authors distinguish between shyness and the debilitating effects of social phobia in refreshingly relatable terms. Presenting up-to-date information on the methods people are using to overcome their difficulties and giving an objective appraisal of their effectiveness and limitations, this book is an invaluable resource for those trying to understand their own anxieties or the anxieties of others.
Author : Perez Dalton
Publisher : ZeroNever
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 47,82 MB
Release :
Category : Psychology
ISBN :
Are you always intimidated when the outgoing ones start talking? Do you always feel the need to avoid being seen just because you can't handle the crowd? You are not alone. Shyness is one of the most painful experiences in our social life. It creates a lot of limitations, and people often underestimate you. For them, you are invisible, and nothing you say matters because you don't speak like you matter. Deep within you, there is a burning fire of need, the need to be bold and confident — the need to be outgoing and be the center of attention without panic attacks. You have even fantasized about becoming a very confident person, but the reality is always different. Many people around the world are going through the same thing, and only a few have figured out the ways to overcome shyness and live above social anxiety. Very few have understood the concept of building confidence and becoming bold enough to face all fears and social phobia. Overcoming Shyness and Social Anxiety is a precise instructional handbook that pinpoints various ways to build confidence, influence people, and develop leadership skills. Learn how to take advantage of your social anxiety to become the most effective individual in your environment. Develop killer social skills for overcoming fear and become bold around people. The new strategies revealed will teach you how to use your social anxiety as a weapon for career and social breakthrough.
Author : Lynne Henderson
Publisher : Robinson
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 14,99 MB
Release : 2010-07-29
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1849014442
Shyness can affect most of us to varying degrees, and tends to affect children more than adults as people tend to grow in confidence as they get older. It is therefore a universal emotion but in some people it is a more pronounced personality trait. Severe shyness is referred to as 'social anxiety disorder', however this self-help book is written for the people experiencing different degrees of shyness. Shyness has evolved as an emotion over thousands of years and can be helpful in some circumstances, however normal shyness can become chronic thanks to negative thoughts, avoidance and withdrawal. While shyness has its functions, it becomes a problem when it interferes with life goals, develops into social anxiety disorder or leads on to 'learned pessimism', mild depression and even 'learned helplessness'. This self-help book, based on the groundbreaking new Compassion Focused Therapy, sets out the background to shyness - its evolutionary functions, why it becomes chronic in some people, and sets out skills and exercises based on CFT to help the reader overcome problematic shyness.
Author : Jonathan Berent
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 31,72 MB
Release : 2011-05-24
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1439147698
Through interactive exercises and supportive, encouraging words, Beyond Shyness gives shy people a new chance in the social world. Almost everyone feels shy or slightly stressed in certain kinds of situations -- with new people, on a job interview, or on a first date. Jonathan Berent has helped thousands who suffer from shyness become calm, confident, and socially adept. He shows how even extremely shy people can overcome the low self-esteem and frustration that settle in after years of social disappointments and rejection, and gradually move toward mastery of the situations they find most difficult. * Learn about treatment for adults, teenagers, and children (with special advice for parents) * Practice specific goal-setting exercises and new treatment techniques * Overcome symptoms that block careers, relationships, and personal fulfillment * Conquer the entire range of problems -- from mild shyness to crippling social phobias * Achieve lasting self-esteem Through interactive exercises and supportive, encouraging words, Beyond Shyness gives shy people a new chance in the social world, a chance at ease in situations that have long been agonizing. Berent shows how to instill a healing confidence and replace rejection with real self-respect.
Author : Patricia M. DiBartolo
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 845 pages
File Size : 18,92 MB
Release : 2014-07-15
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 012397819X
The third edition of Social Anxiety: Clinical, Developmental, and Social Perspectives integrates examinations of social anxiety, shyness, and embarrassment with the research on social anxiety disorder subtypes, biological theories and cognitive-behavioral or pharmacological treatment outcome studies.Clinicians, social and developmental psychologists and behavioral geneticists have all conducted research over the past ten years which is essential to furthering our understanding and treatment of social anxiety disorders. This book weaves together research findings gathered by renowned minds across these various disciplines, and deals with both theory and research. It explores what constitutes social anxiety, assesses the condition and its relationship to other psychological disorders, exploring the biological basis and treatment approaches as well. Coverage includes key issues not discussed fully by other books, including related disorders in adults and children, relationship to social competence and assertiveness, perfectionism, social skills deficit hypothesis, comparison between pharmacological and psychosocial treatments, and potential mediators of change in the treatment of social anxiety disorder.From the Author: Although social anxiety disorder (social phobia) is widely researched topic in psychiatry, other disciplines, such as social and developmental psychology, have independently been studying the same phenomena for many years. Yet, there has been very little cross-discipline communication and integration. The main objective of the book is to integrate the findings on social anxiety from various disciplines, including clinical psychology, psychiatry, social psychology, neuroscience, and developmental psychology. - The most comprehensive source of up-to-date data, with review articles covering a thorough delineation of social anxiety, theoretical perspectives, and treatment approaches - Consolidates broadly distributed literature into single source - Each chapter is written by an expert in the topic area, providing more fully vetted expert knowledge than any existing work - Integrates findings from various disciplines — clinical, social and developmental psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience — rather than focusing on only one conceptual perspective - Provides a complete understanding of a complex phenomenon, giving researchers and clinicians alike a better set of tools for furthering what we know
Author : W. Ray Crozier
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 19,92 MB
Release : 2005-06-24
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0470022671
Essentials of Social Anxiety is a shorter, revised paperback edition of The International Handbook of Social Anxiety, focusing on developmental and clinical perspectives. It is organized into two parts: The Development of Social Anxiety; and Clinical Perspectives and Interventions. Like the International Handbook, it covers research, assessment and treatment, giving clinical practitioners comprehensive coverage of the area and a single concise desk reference.
