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Ask an expert: Social Anxiety Disorder in teenagers

By ReachOut Accredited

This provider is accredited through the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standard

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About this service

Social Anxiety Disorder can have a significant impact on teenagers, but with the right support and strategies, your teen can build confidence and learn to manage their anxiety. Clinical psychologist Nasalifya Namwinga answers common questions and share her insights and advice.

This service may help:

  • Explain your teen's behaviour
  • Support you to care for your young person
  • Provide an understanding of the support resources available

Service for

Parents
Parents
Carers (family, friends, professional carers)
Carers (family, friends, professional carers)

Cost

Free

Age group

26 to 69 years

Availability

24/7

Duration

1 day or One-off service

Engagement

Delivered by a mental health professional
Guidelines
Nasalifya Namwinga is a registered clinical psychologist.