Social anxiety disorder cannot be cured. Medications are available and have been found to be helpful for some people. Medications sometimes will allow a person to receive more benefit from behavioral therapy. Some of the considerations to consider before beginning medication are:
• The severity of symptoms
• Other medications you may take
• Your current physical health
A medical doctor or a psychiatrist must prescribe medications. Many times the prescribing doctor will work...
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