Exposure to Social Situations
179ﬁgures. Examples of relevant exposure practices are listed below. If any of these are 
situations in which you would like to feel more comfortable, they may be appropriate 
practices for you to try.
UÊHave a meeting with your boss or teacher . If you are a student, ask your 
teacher to meet with you to discuss a difﬁcult homework assignment. If you 
are working, ask your boss for an appointment to discuss your performance 
or some other aspect of your job.
UÊAsk a pharmacist questions about a medication . If you are taking any medi -
cations, ask a pharmacist to answer particular questions about the medica -
tion (for example, side effects, interactions with other medications, how to 
get reﬁlls, and so on). If you’re not taking any medications, you can still ask 
questions, perhaps on behalf of a friend or family member.
UÊAsk your doctor to explain a particular medical issue . Make an appoint -
ment with your family doctor to ask questions about symptoms that you 
may be experiencing. Be sure to have your questions answered.
UÊMeet with your bank manager . For example, arrange to meet with your 
bank’s manager or loan ofﬁcer to discuss the possibility of obtaining a loan 
or mortgage.
UÊMeet with a lawyer . For example, meet with a lawyer to discuss estate plan -
ning (writing a will) or some other legal issue that you are dealing with.
UÊMeet with an accountant or ﬁnancial advisor . Hire an accountant with 
whom you feel intimidated to do your taxes, or meet with an intimidating 
ﬁnancial advisor to get investment advice.
Can you think of other possible practices that involve interacting with people in