1. What characteristics did Xian have as a child that are common in individuals who develop social anxiety disorder?

2. At what age do most cases of social anxiety disorder emerge?

3. What patterns of Xian's behavior were examples of negative reinforcement?

4. How did Xian's anxiety and related behavior affect her relationship with her friend Mara?

5. What kinds of biological and childhood factors have been linked in research to social anxiety disorder?

6. Describe the processes used in this cognitive-behavioral approach to treatment for social anxiety disorder.

7. According to research, how helpful is cognitive-behavioral therapy for people with social anxiety disorder?

8. List some of the beliefs Xian had about social situations that were at the core other social anxiety disorder.

9. What principles of behavior change did Xian's therapist use to help her overcome social anxiety?