Authors: Elizabeth, Joan¹; King, Neville¹; Ollendick, Thomas H.²; Gullone, Eleonora³; Tonge, Bruce³; Watson, Shaun³; Macdermott, Sean³

Source: Counselling Psychology Quarterly, Volume 19, Number 2, June 2006 , pp. 151-163(13)

Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group

Abstract:

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is a heterogeneous and distressing problem for many children and youth. This review focuses on the etiology and maintenance of SAD, and examines research findings in several key areas of investigation: genetic or hereditary factors (twin and family studies), temperament characteristics (behavioural inhibition), and parent-child interactions (attachment, parenting styles). It is concluded that genetic influences, behavioural inhibition, and parent-child interactions play significant and interactive roles in the development and maintenance of SAD. Other influences such as peer relationships, social skills deficits, and traumatic experiences are also acknowledged. Ultimately, an understanding of such pathways should facilitate effective early screening and intervention of children at risk for severe social anxiety.

Keywords: Social anxiety disorder; genetic and family studies; temperament; parent-child interactions

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09515070600811790

Affiliations: 1: Faculty of Education, Monash University, Victoria, Australia 2: Child Study Center, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Virginia, USA 3: Psychiatry, and Psychological Medicine, School of Psychology, Monash University, Victoria, Australia

Publication date: 2006-06-01

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