Social Anxiety Disorder 201

Module 1: Advanced Understanding of Social Anxiety
1.1 Subtypes of Social Anxiety
1.2 Social Anxiety Across the Lifespan
1.3 Impact on Quality of Life
1.4 Advances in Research and Treatment

Module 2: The Cognitive-Behavioural Model
2.1 Cognitive Biases and Social Anxiety
2.2 Core Beliefs and Automatic Thoughts
2.3 Exposure Hierarchy and Gradual Exposure
2.4 Cognitive Restructuring Techniques

Module 3: Pharmacotherapy and Adjunct Treatments
3.1 Medications for Social Anxiety
3.2 Combined Therapy Approaches
3.3 Alternative and Complementary Therapies
3.4 Neurobiological Insights

Module 4: Assessment and Measurement
4.1 Advanced Assessment Tools
4.2 Monitoring Progress and Treatment Effectiveness
4.3 Therapeutic Alliance and Collaboration
4.4 Ethical Considerations in Assessment

Module 5: Advanced Coping Strategies
5.1 Cognitive Strategies for Challenging Situations
5.2 Mindfulness-Based Interventions
5.3 Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy
5.4 Building Resilience and Emotional Regulation

Module 6: Social Anxiety in Special Populations
6.1 Social Anxiety in Children and Adolescents
6.2 Social Anxiety and Gender
6.3 Social Anxiety in Older Adults
6.4 Intersectionality and Cultural Considerations

Module 7: Social Anxiety and Technology
7.1 Online Therapy for Social Anxiety
7.2 Mobile Apps and Self-Help Tools
7.3 Ethical and Privacy Concerns
7.4 Emerging Technologies in Treatment

Module 8: Group Therapy and Social Skills Training
8.1 Group Dynamics and Social Anxiety
8.2 Role-Playing and Exposure Groups
8.3 Peer Support and Networking
8.4 Facilitating Social Skills Workshops

Module 9: Co-Occurring Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
9.1 Social Anxiety and Substance Use
9.2 Social Anxiety in Mood Disorders
9.3 Borderline Personality Disorder and Social Anxiety
9.4 Integrated Treatment Approaches

Module 10: Advanced Communication and Relationship Skills
10.1 Assertiveness Training
10.2 Conflict Resolution Strategies
10.3 Intimate Relationships and Social Anxiety
10.4 Building a Supportive Social Network

Module 11: Research and Emerging Therapies
11.1 Recent Advances in Social Anxiety Research
11.2 Innovative Treatment Approaches
11.3 Neuroimaging and Neurofeedback
11.4 Future Directions in Social Anxiety Treatment