Posted by Christ_empowered on January 6, 2011, at 11:40:54
In reply to Medication stricktly for social anxiety, posted by lifelover on January 5, 2011, at 21:07:00
I think it'd be hard to create meds specifically for social phobia b/c its kind of a complicated disorder, and no one seems to fully understand the biological underpinnings of the problem.
There are, luckily, a number of treatments that work. MAOIs, some SSRIs, benzos, etc. have been shown helpful in both social phobia and other psychiatric problems (social phobia often occurs with other problems).
I have social phobia, too, so I understand your frustration. The disorder can be utterly devastating. For me, treating my bipolar disorder and taking loads of supplements and doing talk therapy has proven helpful. I hope you find something that works for you, too.
Good luck
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