SOCIAL ANXIETY

Everyone feels nervous in social settings at some point, from the first day at a new job to giving a presentation, it’s normal to have that nervous feeling, or butterflies in your stomach. However, with social anxiety disorder, everyday occurrences make you feel very anxious, fearful, and self-conscious.

Symptoms of social anxiety disorder

Feeling shy or uncomfortable doesn’t necessarily mean you have social anxiety disorder. Here are some emotional and behavioral symptoms that, when persistent, can indicated social anxiety:

Extreme anxiety and self-consciousness in social settings
Fear of judgment or embarrassment when around others
Excessive worry before a social event
Blushing
Trembling hands and shaky voice
Upset stomach
Hot flashes
Feeling faint
Avoiding social settings in a way that disrupts your life
Hiding in the background
Drinking to “calm your nerves” before social events

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