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The technical term for Shy Bladder Syndrome is Paruresis ("par-you-ree-sis"). Learn the top 5 facts everyone should know about it.

IPA recommends that anyone seeking help for paruresis obtain professional advice before and during a treatment program. Click on one of the following questions to jump to the answer. The …

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Paruresis, often called "shy bladder" syndrome, is when you have trouble urinating when other people are around. Depending on how serious it is, some people are not able to void without …

A discussion of what is paruresis, typical characteristics, behavior patterns, is there a cure, what can be done, drug testing, and social action.

A person with paruresis won’t be able to urinate with others present. Contrary to widespread public belief, the muscles that control urination are not under the person’s voluntary control.[iii] …

Apr 4, 2019 · Discussion Paruresis and parcopresis can have a significant impact on an individual’s psychological health and overall quality of life. GPs play a part in identifying these …

Drug treatments for Paruresis information and suggestions.