Social anxiety disorder
Social anxiety disorder (SAD), also known as social phobia, is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear, anxiety, or avoidance of social situations. It is a chronic mental health condition that can affect a person's quality of life and daily functioning.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
Symptoms of social anxiety disorder can vary in severity and may include:
- Fear of situations in which you may be judged
- Worry about embarrassing or humiliating yourself
- Intense fear of interacting or talking with strangers
- Fear that others will notice that you look anxious
- Fear of physical symptoms that may cause you embarrassment, such as blushing, sweating, trembling or having a shaky voice
- Avoiding doing things or speaking to people out of fear of embarrassment
- Avoiding situations where you might be the center of attention
- Having anxiety in anticipation of a feared activity or event
- Enduring a social situation with intense fear or anxiety
- Spending time after a social situation analyzing your performance and identifying flaws in your interactions
- Expecting the worst possible consequences from a negative experience during a social situation
Causes[edit | edit source]
The exact cause of social anxiety disorder is unknown. However, current research supports the idea that it is caused by a combination of environmental factors and genetics. Negative experiences also may contribute to this disorder, including:
- Bullying
- Family conflict
- Sexual abuse
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for social anxiety disorder includes psychotherapy (also known as mental health counseling) and medication.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
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