About this service
Paruresis is an inability to pee when we think other people may see or hear us. It’s often called shy bladder, bashful bladder, pee shy or stage fright. It is recognised as a social anxiety disorder which affects both men and women, of all ages. It causes them to avoid situations that make it difficult or impossible for them to be able to pee.
It can have devastating effects on an individual’s life. Career choices, social lives, everyday activities, and travel can all be affected by a fear of not being able to pee. It’s very common for people with paruresis to lead rather reclusive lives frequently experiencing depression and anxiety.
UK Paruresis Trust offers information and support for individuals living with paruresis.
We run discreet and sensitive workshops to introduce you to the techniques which can help you to improve your quality of life.
Visit our website to find information about paruresis and how other people have learned to overcome it. We have a forum where you can connect with other people who have paruresis.
Many people with paruresis are embarrassed or ashamed of their condition. Try not to be. UK Paruresis Trust is run by people who have experienced and overcome paruresis themselves, so you needn’t worry that we won’t understand.
For one to one support email [email protected].
The most effective way to overcome your paruresis is to attend a workshop. These take place in Reading or Manchester over a weekend, or you can opt to do an online workshop which takes place on a Saturday or Sunday.
Paruresis is an inability to pee when we think other people may see or hear us. It’s often called shy bladder, bashful bladder, pee shy or stage fright. It is recognised as a social anxiety disorder which affects both men and women, of all ages. It causes them to avoid situations that make it difficult or impossible for them to be able to pee.
It can have devastating effects on an individual’s life. Career choices, social lives, everyday activities, and travel can all be affected by a fear of not being able to pee. It’s very common for people with paruresis to lead rather reclusive lives frequently experiencing depression and anxiety.
UK Paruresis Trust offers information and support for individuals living with paruresis.
We run discreet and sensitive workshops to introduce you to the techniques which can help you to improve your quality of life.
Visit our website to find information about paruresis and how other people have learned to overcome it. We have a forum where you can connect with other people who have paruresis.
Many people with paruresis are embarrassed or ashamed of their condition. Try not to be. UK Paruresis Trust is run by people who have experienced and overcome paruresis themselves, so you needn’t worry that we won’t understand.
For one to one support email [email protected].
The most effective way to overcome your paruresis is to attend a workshop. These take place in Reading or Manchester over a weekend, or you can opt to do an online workshop which takes place on a Saturday or Sunday.