Social Anxiety Disorder - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, pathology

Max points: 5 Type: Mental Disorder Explainer

This content explains social anxiety disorder, its causes, symptoms, and how it differs from similar conditions. It highlights the impact on daily life, relationships, and work, while outlining effective treatments. Understanding it can help identify struggles, reduce stigma, and guide people toward seeking proper support.

Channel: Osmosis from Elsevier Duration: 0:06:16

Questions

1. Which of the following is an example of a situation that might trigger social anxiety disorder?

Walking alone at night Checking bank statements Giving a toast at a wedding Traveling on an airplane

2. What type of medication is often used to reduce the physical symptoms of performance anxiety?

Benzodiazepines SNRIs SSRIs Beta-blockers

3. According to DSM-5, how long must fear or anxiety persist to diagnose social anxiety disorder?

At least 6 months At least 1 month At least 12 months At least 3 months

4. What distinguishes agoraphobia from social anxiety disorder?

Fear of speaking vs fear of silence Fear of judgment vs fear of being trapped Fear of authority vs fear of peers Fear of failure vs fear of success

5. Which treatment is noted to have more long-term benefits compared to medication for social anxiety disorder?

Surgical intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Electroconvulsive therapy Hypnosis

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