Social phobia affects about three percent of the population and often starts in childhood or youth. People may fear a range of social situation where they may be judged, and be bothered that they may do something wrong or embarrassing.

Physical symptoms of social phobia may comprise blushing,shaking, sweating, shortness of breath, racing heart, muscle tension,hot flushes, and a lump in the throat.

Those who experience these types of fears can be beleaguered by anxiety. They often stay away from community and this avoidance can slowly get worse over time, and victims may find themselves going to fewer places and feeling more and more isolated.

Providing treatment for social phobia in a group format is ideal as it provides participant an opportunity to confront their fears in a supportive and understanding group environment.

The treatment program focus on providing participant with the skills that will help them manage their nervousness in community.Treatment focuses on the relationship between unhelpful thoughts,physical symptoms and avoidance.

The treatment approach used is practical and very effective. So many psychological clinics offer treatments for social phobia.