New research suggests a surprisingly simple way to ease social anxiety: assume first impressions are permanent. A study found ...

Being “outed” as a psychologist has consequences. You will hear stories from acquaintances and strangers, lots of them. I walk my 7-year old daughter to elementary school each morning, hug her goodbye ...

For years, I used alcohol to quiet the little voice in my head that whispers, “You are too boring”, “you always say the wrong thing”, and “Stop sounding so stupid!” People often think social anxiety ...

Children come in all shades of personality. Some are the life of every birthday party, while others hide behind mum’s saree or dad’s jacket until they’re nally coaxed out. But when your child avoids ...

What is social anxiety and how can it impact your personal and professional life? - The NHS defines social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, as a long-term and overwhelming fear of social ...