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Once you have figured out that you may suffer from social anxiety disorder, what do you do now?
Depending on the severity of your anxiety, you may choose to seek professional help. Seeking assistance can be relatively easy (if you are lucky) or it can be more difficult. It depends on your situation and how you approach it.
If you have a family doctor that you regularly see, then ask for a referral to a psychologist or psychiatrist he or she may know. Other ways to find a therapist or psychologist are through your phone book’s yellow pages. Similarly, you can call the psychiatric ward of a local hospital ask the head nurse for a recommendation. Also, if you have insurance, review a list of approved mental health providers.
Guidelines for selecting a mental health professional
When selecting a mental health practioner he or she must be able to answer all of the basic questions below. Remember, its your health, don’t settle for second best.
- What training and experience do you have in treating anxiety disorders?
- What is your basic approach to treatment?
- Can you prescribe medication or refer me to someone who can, if that proves necessary?
- What is your fee schedule, and do you have a sliding scale for varying financial circumstances?
- What kinds of health insurance do you accept?
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