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Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is a type of mental health treatment that helps identify and change thought patterns that contribute to psychological distress. CBT encompasses a range of techniques and approaches that address our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.| Verywell Mind
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Negative automatic thoughts are a form of dysfunctional thinking associated with social anxiety that can delay recovery and therapy progress. Learn more.| Verywell Mind
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The DSM-5 outines the diagnostic criteria to diagnose a specific phobia. Learn more about specific phobias in the DSM-5, including the types of core symptoms.| Verywell Mind