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It’s normal to feel nervous in some social situations. For example, going on a date or giving a presentation
may cause that feeling of butterflies in your stomach. But in social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia,
everyday interactions cause significant anxiety, self-consciousness and embarrassment because you fear being
scrutinized or judged negatively by others. In social anxiety disorder, fear and anxiety lead to avoidance that can
disrupt your life. Severe stress can affect your relationships, daily routines, work, school or other activities.
Social anxiety disorder can be a chronic mental health condition, but learning coping skills in psychotherapy and
taking medications can help you gain confidence and improve your ability to interact with others.
Feelings of shyness or discomfort in certain situations aren’t necessarily signs of social anxiety disorder,
particularly in children. Comfort levels in social situations vary, depending on personality traits and life
experiences. Some people are naturally reserved and others are more outgoing. In contrast to everyday
nervousness, social anxiety disorder includes fear, anxiety and avoidance that interfere with relationships or daily
activities. Social anxiety disorder typically begins in the early to mid-teens, though it can sometimes start in
younger children or in adults. For children, anxiety about interacting with adults or peers may be shown by
crying, having temper tantrums, clinging to parents or refusing to speak in social situations. Performance type of
social anxiety disorder is when you experience intense fear and anxiety during speaking or performing in public
but not in other types of more general social situations.
Social anxiety disorder symptoms can change over time. They may flare up if you’re facing a lot of changes,
stress or demands in your life. Although avoiding situations that produce anxiety may make you feel better in the
short term, your anxiety is likely to continue over the long term if you don’t get treatment.