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Social Anxiety Disorder


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I was leaving a restaurant, and it bothered me as someone muttered, seemingly about me. Then as I was walking, a motorist looked at me, as I was taking my morning walk from church. I don't think I would care in the past, so something's changed as I take on too many projects, maybe...
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Not really, it gives them a crutch and transfers the anxiety. It changes the natural tendency of the support person and they will avoid you so they don't have to do it. The person with social anxiety has to find a way to fit yet stay who they are. I have social anxiety.

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Does being extra kind to someone with social anxiety disorder help them?
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Social anxiety disorder is a strong fear of being judged or humiliated in social situations. This fear interferes with day-to-day life and must be present for longer than six months. Sometimes the fear characteristic of social anxiety disorder is so intense that individuals avoid certain social situations in order to avoid the accompanying anxiety.
 
Did you know social anxiety is the most common anxiety disorder? One study showed it effects 8.1% of Canadians in their life time and another showed it effected 13.3% of Americans in their lifetime. Social anxiety is known as the "disorder of lost opportunities". Due to the fear and avoidance that characterizes social anxiety disorder; individuals miss out on optimal educational attainment, employment opportunities and social support.They also report lower levels of life satisfaction and poorer health then the general population. There is hope though. Social anxiety disorder can be treated.

If you feel you suffer from social anxiety disorder it would be great to hear from you. What is your experience? What are your challenges? What has been working for you?
 
If we have a lot of members posting we can start some themed threads on the topic.
 
Ashley, Health Educator

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