SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER
They will evaluate my performance, what if they don’t like it?
I hesitate to speak in social situations.
What if they make fun of me?
I cannot eat alone.
What if I stutter while talking at the meeting?
What if I blush in front of people?
WHY
Social phobia is one of the common anxiety disorders characterized by various symptoms that occur in social situations.
It usually begins in childhood or adolescence. People with this disorder tend to feel quite nervous or uncomfortable in social situations.
They are seen by others as shy, quiet, introverted, withdrawn, inhibited, distant, and disinterested.
On the contrary, they enjoy making friends, joining groups, and participating in activities that involve social interaction; however, they cannot do many things they want because of their anxiety.
Triggers
Being introduced to others in a crowded environment
Being mentioned or criticized in a crowd
Being the center of attention
Being watched while doing something or eating
Having to say something in a formal setting
Meeting someone in authority
making eye contact with people
Speaking in front of a crowd, giving a presentation or giving a seminar
Getting involved later in a crowded environment
Making phone calls in public
Eating in public
Using public restrooms
SYMPTOMS
Anxiety
Fear
Irritability
facial redness
Palpitation
tachycardia
excessive sweating
Shortness of breath
Stomach ache
Nausea
dizziness
blurred vision
Urgent need to urinate
Tremors in hands and voice
dry mouth
TREATMENT
Psychotherapy gives effective results in the treatment of SPD.
In some cases, it is supported by drug therapy.
If you think you are experiencing the symptoms we have discussed, you may want to consider seeking expert advice.
