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Glossary: C

Definitions of commonly used terms relating to Social Anxiety Disorder. On this page you will find definitions for words beginning with the letter "C".

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Central Nervous System

The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and spinal chord.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a set of therapy methods used to modify irrational thoughts and beliefs.

Chamomile

Chamomile is a popular dietary supplement used most often in North America in the form of tea for its mild sedating effects.

Cognitive-Behavioral Group Therapy

Cognitive-Behavioral Group Therapy is a form of group therapy developed in accordance with the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Cognitive Restructuring

Cognitive restructuring is a cognitive-behavioral therapy technique used to identify and replace irrational automatic thoughts that trigger anxiety.

Comorbidity

Comorbidity refers to the existence of multiple disorders in the same person.

Celexa

Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide) is a medication used in treating a variety of mental health disorders including social anxiety disorder (SAD).

Caffeine

Caffeine is a stimulant that increases alertness and wakefulness.

Cognitive Bias Modification

Cognitive bias modification is used in the treatment of social anxiety disorder to change the type of information that those with the disorder seek out from their environment.

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