Overcoming Shyness and Social Phobia

Ronald M. Rapee is associate professor in the Department of Psychology, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia. Dr. Rapee has published extensively in international journals in the areas of child and adult anxiety and has wrotten and edited several books.

• Chapter 1 Lesson 1. Motivation and Self Control Chapter 2 Lesson 2. Understanding Shyness and Social Phobia Chapter 3 Lesson 3. Thinking Realistically I Chapter 4 Lesson 4. Thinking Realistically II Chapter 5 Lesson 5. Training Your Attention Chapter 6 Lesson 6. Reality Testing Chapter 7 Lesson 7. Getting Feedback and Improving Performance Chapter 8 Lesson 8. Taking Stock Chapter 9 Lesson 9. Special Topics

Dr. Rapee educates, coaches, and guides those who struggle with shyness or social anxiety toward the achievement of a more comfortable ifestyle. His writing is clear and accessible, and his integrative lessons are based on the latest outcome research. Mental health professionals will find the program an indispensable resource for facilitating behavior change in their clients.