This fact sheet answers frequently asked questions about paruresis, including information about the causes of the disorder, treatment, and more.
Review Date: January 16, 2013
International Paruresis Association
In the last decade, the United States has experienced a series of man-made and natural disasters. This video focuses on NIMH research in the area of traumatic stress reactions, and specifically, mental health issues among U.S. service members.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
NIH National Institute of Mental Health -NIMH
This article discusses avoidant paruresis, including the characteristics of bashful bladder, treatment and coping strategies. A link to support groups is provided.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
International Paruresis Association
An effective support group helps recovery through mutual support and provides updated information about causes and treatment, eliminating some of the myths about anxiety disorders. This page lists support groups by state.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
Find out about new and ongoing mental health clinical research trials and what you and your health care provider need to know before making a decision to participate in a trial.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
NIH National Institute of Mental Health -NIMH
The Anxiety Disorders Association of America provides a list of its members who have identified themselves as mental health providers. For ease of use, these providers are listed geographically.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
If you have had feelings of fearfulness and uncertainty for over six months, you may have an anxiety disorder. See your doctor. Effective therapies help most people with anxiety disorders lead productive, fulfilling lives.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
NIH National Institute of Mental Health -NIMH
This multimedia site features brief information on a variety of mental health topics including, anxiety, autism, depression, panic disorder, and more. Listen to taped presentations in the English, Russian, Spanish and Somali languages.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
Healthy Roads Media
Psychological help is needed when a person avoids or frequently withdraws from social situations, experiences emotional discomfort, or is extremely concerned about evaluation or rejection. Learn more about painful shyness.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
American Psychological Association
While many women experience some mild mood changes during or after the birth of a child, 15 to 20% of women experience more significant symptoms of depression or anxiety. Learn how you can prevent a worsening of these symptoms and fully recover.
Review Date: January 16, 2013
Postpartum Support International
PTSD is a real illness. You can get PTSD after living through or seeing a dangerous event, such as war, hurricane, or bad accident. PTSD makes you feel stressed and afraid after the danger is over. If you have PTSD, you can get treatment and feel better.
Review Date: January 15, 2013
NIH National Institute of Mental Health -NIMH
If you suspect that you might suffer from generalized anxiety disorder, also known as GAD, answer the questions, print out the results and share them with your health care professional.
Review Date: January 16, 2013
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
If you experience an abrupt onset of intense fear or anxiety, you might be experiencing panic attacks. Answer these questions, print out the results and share them with your health care professional or a psychotherapist.
Review Date: January 16, 2013
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
Social phobia is a strong fear of being judged by others and of being embarrassed. This fear can be so strong that it gets in the way of going to work or school or doing other everyday things. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment for this type of anxiety disorder.
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Review Date: January 16, 2013
NIH National Institute of Mental Health -NIMH
It can be hard to know when you're suffering from an unhealthy level of stress. Take this test to determine if stress may be putting your health at risk. Learn what you can do to feel stronger.
Review Date: January 16, 2013
Mental Health America
People with generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, worry a lot about everyday things, even if there is little or no reason to worry about them.
Talk to your doctor about your symptoms and treatment that is right for you.
Review Date: January 16, 2013
NIH National Institute of Mental Health -NIMH
