One of the most difficult things for people with social anxiety
disorder (SAD) to do is seek help. Making an appointment with a
doctor, going for the appointment, and talking about symptoms
are all situations likely to elicit the anxiety that you are
trying to eliminate. In the best case scenario, the doctor,
psychiatrist, or therapist that diagnoses or treats you is
empathetic and respectful. This is especially important when you
have SAD. Feeling understood and listened to will make it easier
for you to trust and be open. What happens when your doctor is
not empathetic or respectful? Many problems emerge when someone
with SAD visits a doctor with poor bedside manner. - If your
doctor is arrogant, you may feel inferior. - If your doctor
doesn't listen to you, you may feel as though you are not worth
being listened to. - If your doctor dismisses your symptoms, you
may start to believe they are not really a problem. The person
who is treating your social anxiety should not make you feel
uncomfortable. If this