How do you address someone with social anxiety?
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Lifestyle and home remedies
- Learn stress-reduction skills.
- Get physical exercise or be physically active on a regular basis.
- Get enough sleep.
- Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet.
- Avoid alcohol.
- Limit or avoid caffeine.
- Participate in social situations by reaching out to people with whom you feel comfortable.
9 Socialization Tips for People with Social Anxiety
- Ask if you can bring a friend.
- Bring a comfort item.
- Upon arrival, find a safe place.
- Preplan your departure.
- Find the snacks/food/beverages.
- Allow yourself warmup time.
- Prepare general discussion topics.
- Remain calm and think positive.
How do you make someone feel comfortable with anxiety?
Here are five ways you can actually help them:
- Work with their emotions. The key thing to remember is that anxiety is not a rational disorder.
- Focus on their feelings. Don’t ask why the person is feeling anxious.
- Use distraction techniques.
- Be patient.
- And finally, be funny!
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- Help Your Spouse Get Appropriate Treatment for Social Anxiety.
- Talk About Your Partner’s Feelings.
- Push Your Spouse to Be More Social.
- Take Steps to Make Social Situations More Comfortable.
- Help Your Spouse Challenge Negative Thinking.
- Encourage and Join In on a Healthy, Anti-Anxiety Lifestyle.
What do I say to a friend with anxiety?
Instead say: “I’ve noticed you’ve been anxious a lot lately, and I’m concerned.” If you notice your friend getting more and more anxious and you know they haven’t sought any kind of professional help, it’s OK to express your concern if it comes from the heart.