Posted by Twinleaf on May 20, 2013, at 9:58:41
In reply to Re: Avoid Avoidance --- P.S.: » 64Bowtie, posted by SLS on May 20, 2013, at 6:49:11
I have struggled with these same two things, and can definitely empathize with what a heavy toll they can take. I have found psychotherapy invaluable in its experience of a healthy new relationship in which I feel safe and valued. This has made my social anxiety much less severe, and allowed me to form meaningful new relationships, and just feel generally more comfortable and outgoing. But I am never going to be Extrovert of the Year!
Would this be something you would consider now? The combination of medication and therapy might be extremely effective.
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