Social Anxiety

An excessive fear of social or performance settings when one expects to be evaluated, rejected, or embarrassed characterizes social anxiety, also known as "social phobia."

If treatment is started as soon as possible, social anxiety can be treated successfully and effectively.

SYMPTOMS

• Speaking in public is difficult
• Difficulties making friends
• Embarrassed in public
• Nervousness
• Difficulty relaxing
• Irritable
• Restless
• Difficulty paying attention