Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition that makes a person to feel intense anxiety or fear of activities or situations. In simple terms can be called as introvert nature feeling isolated which may lead to substance abuse, disordered eating or other addictions. In order get cope with stressful situations they tend to addictions.
Some of the symptoms of social anxiety disorder:
Emotional and behavior symptoms:-
- Fear of embarrassment and humiliation
- Fear of situations that you may be judged
- Intense fear of interacting with strangers
Physical symptoms:-
- Rapid heartbeat
- Nausea or stomach upset
- Breathing trouble
- Muscle tension
- Dizziness or light-headedness
- Diarrhea
Social situation symptoms:-
- Public restroom usage
- Interaction with strangers
- Making eye contact
- Initiating conversations
- Dating
- Attending parties or social gatherings
When should you consult a doctor?
Consult a doctor if you have disorders of anxiety that interrupts your personal and social life.
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