wnevets - There are prescribed medications that help calm down the anxiety. Hair dressers are usually talkative. My daughter is 33 and has had social anxiety disordered since she was twelve. She takes Vyvanse. I hope there is a way to help it work. Best luck to your daughter.

Therapy along with the medication probably would be best.
Get her a book on Social Anxiety written for teens if she won't go
to therapy.

Therapy with medication. This is conquerable.

Hello Wnevets. Welcome to DS.

I believe my most useful tool in helping children/adolescents conquer their fears and anxieties is a mantra I never speak aloud. "Ears open. Mouth shut." I speak just often enough to let them know I am listening and restrain my commentary to reinforcing their self-confidence.

E.G.
*Good idea."
"Solid observation."
"You most certainly could do that."
"There's an option worth developing."

The goal is to help them sort and believe in what they already know and leave the experting to the experts. I'm just a sounding board who cares enough to share a bowl of ice cream while they sort their own strictly personals. Well. . . It isn't pure coincidence that I always happen have their favorite munchies in the kitchen. There is nothing like a tasty treat to get the mouth in motion.

But that is me. . .

Gentle support while you find what works for you. Listening. . .

Hi- I have a sister who used to be so shy and scared to speak in public. She was voted as class president of her daughter’s class and she could not say no. She accepted the position but was nervous of speaking in front of group people. Thankfully, through our prayers and encouragements, she was able to perform the task and she enjoyed it.

If you think your daughter needs professional help, try to encourage her to consult with a doctor. Therapy and medication would be helpful. I pray that she will overcome this fear of dealing with people. Please keep us posted. God bless.

Welcome to the anxiety board at DS.

You've taken the important first step in writing it out.

This is a hard one to do. You will have to remember that this is not your problem. You are responsible for what you say, do, react, and how you respond. You are NOT responsible for what others say, do, react, and respond.

Suggestions above are all excellent. In order for her to find her better balance, she has to reach out for it.

You're doing a wonderful job in showing her support, encouragement, and understanding by sharing it here.

Best wishes as both of you find better balance.

I am sorry about your daughter, I hope her anxiety doesn't let her get in fear of pursuing her dreams. I’m not a therapist or dr, but she may benefit from therapy. And these people are all correct.

I would get her into therapy. A good therapist can help her work through her anxiety and find the right coping skills