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What are signs of someone having social anxiety?
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Answer:

There are many signs of having social anxiety. You might have some signs/symptoms but not the diagnosis.

Step-by-step explanation:

Signs that you might have social anxiety:

Fear of situations in which you may be judged

Worrying 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

Physical Signs:

Blushing

Fast heartbeat

Trembling

Sweating

Upset stomach or nausea

Trouble catching your breath

Dizziness or lightheadedness

Feeling that your mind has gone blank

Muscle tension

Things that could help:

Interacting with unfamiliar people or strangers

Attending parties or social gatherings

Going to work or school

Starting conversations

Making eye contact

Dating

Entering a room in which people are already seated

Returning items to a store

Eating in front of others

Using a public restroom

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