Social anxiety is a hefty burden not just on individuals, but society as a whole. Here’s the problem—the trendlines are all going in the wrong direction. Each year, more people experience frequent and intense social anxiety. Yet, we know surprisingly little about what social anxiety is and what we can do to address it. In this talk, Dr. Fallon Goodman offers three solutions. Dr. Fallon Goodman is an Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida and Director of the Emotion and Resilience Laboratory. Her lab conducts research on social anxiety, key ingredients for strong social relationships, optimal ways to cope with daily emotions and stressors, and strategies to foster happiness and well-being. Her research draws on her years as a clinician, including at community outpatient clinics, pediatric medical units, and her doctoral internship at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Goodman is passionate about disseminating science to the public. She has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and co-designed two books for National Geographic. In her first year as a professor, she won a new researcher award from the University of South Florida and an early career award from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx