Signs and Symptoms of Social Anxiety Disorder
It is important to recognize the signs and symptoms of social anxiety disorder so that you can get the help you need to manage it.
Social Anxiety Disorder (also called Social Phobia) is a common mental health condition where a person has an intense, persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated in social or performance situations
Common signs and symptoms include:
- Feelings of intense fear or panic in social situations
- Avoidance of social activities
- Physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, and rapid heartbeat
- Mental symptoms such as persistent feelings of self-consciousness or self-doubt
- Extreme fear of embarrassment or humiliation
- Automatically assuming that people are watching and judging every move you make
- Difficulty having conversations with strangers or talking to people on the phone
- Experiencing challenges in everyday activities, such as attending school or work, going to the store, eating out at restaurants, attending social gatherings, etc.
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Intense fear of social or performance situations (e.g., speaking in public, meeting new people)
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Worrying for days or weeks before an event
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Fear of being humiliated, rejected, or looked down on
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Excessive self-consciousness and fear of embarrassment
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Overanalyzing social interactions after they happen (“Did I say something stupid?”)
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Avoidance of situations where one might be the center of attention
