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Health Chats: Social anxiety

7 August 2025

In this episode of AXA Health Chats we delve into the topic of social anxiety. We look at understanding anxiety, managing panic attacks and negative thoughts, safety behaviours, as well as potential treatment options such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and when to seek help.

We also chat through practical self-help tips, insights on workplace support, and explore therapeutic techniques such as cold-water therapy and journaling.

Watch more of our Health Chats in our video hub, along with our Health FAQs and Mythbusters.

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