Shyness and Your Child: How Parent´s Can Help Their Child Say Goodbye to Shy


Everybody can be shy or experience moments of social anxiety. Think about how you feel when you spill a drink in a restaurant, or perhaps the queasiness in your stomach you may have felt speaking to a group of people. Children can also experience social anxiety in their day-to-day lives in situations such as:


  • Being called upon by a teacher
  • Playing team sports or participating in social activities
  • Using school restrooms

Being shy in certain situations or experiencing some social anxiety is absolutely normal. But how can you tell when the shyness or social anxieties that your child is facing becomes a serious problem? You will walk away from this online parenting course with specific steps you can take to both better understand your child and to help them cope with the shyness that may be physically and emotionally impacting them.

About This Course


Social anxiety disorders are actually the most common disorders in young people. But don't fear, just because your child is shy doesn't necessarily mean they have a mental disorder. It does mean that you may want to be more proactive in helping your child deal with the symptoms and impact their shyness has on their life.


Being shy is typically not a secret. It is something that is almost impossible to hide from other people. Shyness can show itself in many forms including blushing, sweating, stuttering and avoiding situations. When these symptoms show themselves, they may start a downward spiral with the shy child becoming more upset. Some children do their best to hide their outward shyness but inside, they are miserable.


If your child fits into any of the situations below you need to consider taking this parenting course.

Does your child complain about or avoid certain situations, such as:

  • Raising his/her hand in class
  • Asking someone a question
  • Socializing in groups
  • Doing things while being watched by others

Does your child say things like:

  • "No one likes me"
  • "I can't do it"
  • "I'm ugly, stupid, boring etc..."

Does your child experience physical symptoms when anxious, such as:

  • Headaches
  • Diarrhea
  • Nauseas
  • Racing heart
  • Blushing or sweating

Does your child demonstrate signs of avoidance, such as:

  • Refusing to participate
  • Agitation
  • Clinging to a family member's side

If you answer "yes" to any of the questions below, this course can enable you to help your child.

  • Does your child's shyness interfere with school?
  • Do your child's issues interfere with their relationships with friends?
  • Does your child miss out on activities that they do or would be inclined to enjoy?
  • Do people comment on your child's shyness "Oh, he is shy...that's so cute!"
  • Do you worry about your child's shyness?
  • Does your child's shyness keep your family from partaking in certain activities so that you can protect your shy child?

Answering Yes, to any of these questions is not a diagnosis of social anxiety disorder, but may be an indicator that your child, and your family, has a potential problem. This Better Family University online course can help you.


A study by Bernard Carducci, Ph.D., a shyness expert at Indiana University, found that about 40% of teens are considered shy

You Will Discover...


  • How to help your child with problems such as shyness, feeling socially awkward, and social anxiety
  • Ways to help your child outgrow their shyness
  • Relaxation techniques specifically designed to help children calmly and confidently face their fears.
  • The first thing you must do to address this problem - hint "Accept it"
  • How to separate your own issues from your child's
  • How to support child, while not supporting your child's social anxiety - it's a fine line
  • Why and how to put an end to all reference that your child is shy
  • When protecting your child becomes overprotection - how to let go
  • Specific techniques for lessening social anxiety
  • Exposure therapy - what it is, and the secrets to making it work for you and your child
  • How to help your child make friends and act assertively
  • Develop and implement social skills that will lead to lasting relationships
  • How to protect your child from being the "weak child" that is a target for bullies

You Will Be Able To...


  • Find more help, if needed, in helping your child overcome shyness
  • Determine if your child has normal shyness and social anxiety, or if they have a more serious disorder
  • Implement specific strategies for addressing your child's shyness

Who Should Enroll?


Any parent who feels their child may be suffering from shyness or social anxiety! Enroll in this Better Family University Course Now!


The information provided on the BetterFamilyUniversity.com web site is for informational purposes only. Nothing contained on the BetterFamilyUniversity.com web site or through the parenting seminars is intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment or as a substitute for consultation with a qualified health care professional. To find a qualified therapist in your area, please visit The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.