Is fear of social situations keeping you from living the life you want?

There’s nothing wrong with being shy. But if social anxiety keeps you from forming relationships with others, advancing in your education or your career, or carrying on with everyday activities, you may need to confront your fears to live an enjoyable, satisfying life.

This new edition of The Shyness and Social Anxiety Workbook offers a comprehensive program to help you do just that. As you complete the activities in this workbook, you’ll find your strengths and weaknesses with a self-evaluation, learn to explore and examine your fears, create a personalized plan for change, and put your plan into action through gentle and gradual exposure to social situations.

Information about therapy, medications, and other resources is also included. After completing this program, you’ll be well-equipped to make connections with the people around you. Soon, you’ll be on your way to enjoying all the benefits of being actively involved in the social world.

About the Authors:
Martin M. Antony, Ph.D., is professor of psychology at Ryerson University in Toronto, director of research at the Anxiety Treatment and Research Centre at St. Joseph's Healthcare in Hamilton, ON, and president-elect of the Canadian Psychological Association. He lives in Toronto, ON, Canada.

Richard P. Swinson, MD, is professor emeritus and past chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University in Hamilton, ON, Canada. He is also medical director of the Anxiety Treatment and Research Centre at Joseph’s Healthcare, also in Hamilton. Swinson lives in Toronto, ON, Canada.

“The step-by-step strategies described in this book have been shown to be effective, are easy to understand, and are sure to help the reader cope better in social situations. Anyone who experiences significant anxiety when performing or when interacting with other people should read this book!”
—Aaron T. Beck, MD, university professor of psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania