Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder

Most people experience social fears and anxieties from time to time. And for most people these fears are mild and short-lived. But for someone suffering from a Social Anxiety Disorder, the fears and anxiety are anything but mild or transient. Simple things like eating or drinking in public, making eye contact while talking, or using a public bathroom can all become insurmountable challenges.

From a Self-Coaching perspective, a habit-loop of insecurity has created a profound state of self-distrust and loss of confidence. This distrust is so pervasive that one is forced to constantly monitor every action, always trying to access the social dangers of the moment. Everyday life can become a living hell as someone with social anxieties tries to navigate in a world where they feel constantly in the spotlight, where every act is scrutinized and judged by others.Typical symptoms associated with Social Anxiety Disorder are:● Anxiety about being exposed to possible scrutiny or judgment by others● Anxiety that you will act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing● Anxiety in most social situations ● Attempting to avoid social situations, but if endured, creating intense stress and anxiety● Persistence of social fears, avoidance, and anxiety

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