How serious is social anxiety and what are the treatment methods?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I get panic attacks and breathing difficulty during work due to suffocation. My colleagues criticise me. Please help.

Answered by Youness Tanani

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Nutrition & Dietetics

Professional Bio:

Dr. Youness Tanani is a skilled Nutritionist and Psychologist specializing in Counselling, with expertise in nutritional therapy, mental health support, stress management, and lifestyle modification. He focuses on the mind-body connection to promote holistic well-being. Dr. Tanani provides personalized care through evidence-based nutrition plans and compassionate psychological counseling, helping individuals achieve balanced mental and physical health for long-term wellness and improved quality of life.

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Hi,

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You have social anxiety. Follow the below steps;

1. I suggest tablet Alprazolam 0.5 mg twice daily before panic attacks if it happens always in the same period.

2. Practice mindfulness and breathing techniques.

3. Avoid alcohol and caffeine.

Answered by Youness Tanani
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At June 25, 2022
Reviewed At June 25, 2022

Education:

Nutrition & Dietetics

Professional Bio:

Dr. Youness Tanani is a skilled Nutritionist and Psychologist specializing in Counselling, with expertise in nutritional therapy, mental health support, stress management, and lifestyle modification. He focuses on the mind-body connection to promote holistic well-being. Dr. Tanani provides personalized care through evidence-based nutrition plans and compassionate psychological counseling, helping individuals achieve balanced mental and physical health for long-term wellness and improved quality of life.

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Education:

Nutrition & Dietetics

Professional Bio:

Dr. Youness Tanani is a skilled Nutritionist and Psychologist specializing in Counselling, with expertise in nutritional therapy, mental health support, stress management, and lifestyle modification. He focuses on the mind-body connection to promote holistic well-being. Dr. Tanani provides personalized care through evidence-based nutrition plans and compassionate psychological counseling, helping individuals achieve balanced mental and physical health for long-term wellness and improved quality of life.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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