ADAA Blog: Tackling Shy Bladder Syndr... - Major Depressive ...

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Support

1,847 members524 posts

ADAA Blog: Tackling Shy Bladder Syndrome: Understanding and Managing Paruresis

ADAATeamRachel profile image
ADAATeamRachelPartner
0 Replies

Does the thought of using a public restroom fill you with dread?

Shy bladder syndrome, or paruresis, is more than a minor inconvenience; it represents a significant performance anxiety disorder affecting countless individuals. An estimated two to seven percent of the population may navigate this challenge, experiencing a spectrum of anxiety levels that can significantly limit their activities.

You are not alone in this! Read more from Dr. Daniel Chazin, PhD, ABPP, A-CBT's blog about Shy Bladder Syndrome here: adaa.org/learn-from-us/from...

Written by
ADAATeamRachel profile image
ADAATeamRachel
Partner
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .

You may also like...

Looking for like minded depression warriors.

and receive uplifting motivation from the pain and struggling of anxiety and depression. It has...

just looking for connection - very lonesome and depressed.

hey guys, so I've been struggling significantly lately. My best friend (and only friend where I...

Looking for friendly people

I suffer from MDD, anxiety, PTSD and looking for support from friends who may struggle with similar...

Having a hard time managing my MDD and Anxiety

450 mg of the Wellbutrin XL but it causes more anxiety. The Dr wants me to start taking Modifinal...

Treatment Resistant Major Depressive Disorder: I am proof that there is hope.

turned on the next day. I have been in remission from depression ever since. My two primary...