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Social Anxiety Disorder in Adults
Adults with social anxiety disorder often feel alone and ashamed, and they may have few or no social or romantic relationships. People may have more than one anxiety disorder, as well as depression.
Social Anxiety Disorder in Children and Teens
The typical age of onset is 13 years old, but children younger than 8 or 9 can also suffer. Symptoms may be so extreme that they disrupt daily life. Children, adolescents, and teens with this disorder may have few or no friends. They may not participate in class or play at recess.
Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment
A health professional can provide a diagnosis and individualized treatment plan for social anxiety disorder. Both cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication are scientifically proven effective treatments.
Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms
Those with social anxiety disorder experience an intense fear of being scrutinized and negatively evaluated by others in social or performance situations. Some literally feel sick.
What Is Social Anxiety Disorder?
Social anxiety disorder affects more than 15 million Americans of all ages, races, and cultures, and it may be present in children as well as adults. This disorder is an intense fear of being negatively judged by others.
Handouts (2014)
Below are handouts received for the Anxiety and Depression Conference 2014.
PTSD Support Group for Veterans and their family members
Military Veteran Peer Network
My Age of Anxiety
Drawing on his own long-standing battle with anxiety, Scott Stossel, author of My Age of Anxiety: Fear, Hope, Dread, and the Search for Peace of Mind, presents the history and efforts to understand an affliction that is pervasive yet often misunderstood.
2025 Conference Committee
Justification Tool Kit
Connections. Science. Practice. Training.
ADAA Justification Tool Kit
Top 10 Reasons to Attend the Conference
Committee Guidelines
Purpose and Size
Each committee will have a clearly stated purpose, including responsibilities, tasks, and term prior to beginning any work or meeting. Committees may have as few as five members and no more than 20.
