Many of us are very shy or anxious socially situations. We experience real terror when other people's eyes are on us, and usually our words or reactions betray our embarrassment. Worry robs us not only of the gift of speech, but also of the freedom to be ourselves. We struggle with our shyness and shyness, which prevent us from communicating effectively, but usually without much success. So we often add guilt to the regret of missed opportunities. All this has a detrimental effect on our already fragile self-esteem.
This book is a kind of guide to understanding and overcoming anxiety and social phobia. In it, psychologists Crozier and Alden explore the cause of social anxiety and suggest various therapies to deal with shyness. They present the latest psychological research and therapeutic practices to help us overcome our communication difficulties to lead fulfilling personal and social lives.
Written by internationally recognized experts, this book summarizes most of what is known about social anxiety and outlines the various therapeutic options. It is illustrated with numerous clinical cases. I highly recommend it to sufferers of shyness and social anxiety, their families and professionals.
– David M. Clark,
Professor of Psychology, King's College, London
