Social Anxiety Disorder: Understanding and Assessment at Low Intensity CBT

Description

Social Anxiety Disorder is one of the most common anxiety disorders, with a lifetime prevalence of approximately 12% in the adult population (Kessler et al., 2005; NICE 2013). Social Anxiety Disorder frequently leads to significant impairment in an individual’s functioning, poor relationships, impaired work and educational performance and diminished quality of life (Keller, 2003; Mendlowicz & Stein, 2000; Kessler et al., 2005).

Social Anxiety Disorder also has a high comorbidity rate with several other mental health disorders, including depression, and substance use (NICE, 2013). Misidentification and avoidance behaviours result in only 50% of individuals seeking treatment for Social Anxiety Disorder, and treatment is usually only sought after several years of distress (Otto et al., 2001).

The event will be equivalent to 1.1/2hrs of CPD.

Content
This webinar will provide information about:
• The prevalence of Social Anxiety Disorder.
• The impact of Social Anxiety Disorder.
• The key features of Social Anxiety Disorder.
• Distinguishing Social Anxiety Disorder symptoms.
• Use of relevant Anxiety Disorder Specific Measures.
• The guidelines for the treatment of Social Anxiety Disorder.

Period	16 Nov 2022
Held at	Bespoke Mental Health, United Kingdom