Publications by authors named "Aldo Felipe Pinto"
Braz J Psychiatry
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a common yet often overlooked condition that can severely impact various aspects of a person's life, highlighting the need for tailored treatment guidelines, particularly in Brazil.
- A systematic review analyzed various treatment options for SAD, identifying selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) as the preferred medication, with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) recognized as the top psychological intervention.
- The study emphasizes the importance of considering factors like access to treatments, adherence, response rates, and side effects in selecting the most effective SAD treatment for patients in Brazil.
