Paruresis
Paruresis is the social anxiety disorder of being unable to urinate in the presence of others. According to some studies, 7% of the population may be suffering from it. Paruresis is also known as shy bladder syndrome.This disorder can have highly restricting effects on a person's life. For severe sufferers they may not be willing to travel far from their residence. Others cannot urinate even in their own homes if someone else is within hearing distance.
Various strategies to cope with paruresis include total avoidance of public restrooms, using less-busy restrooms, using a stall instead of a urinal, running the tap or flushing to mask the urination sounds, cognitive behavior therapy, training with biofeedback, anti-anxiety medications, and using a catheter.
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