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Psychologist's Explanation: How Social Phobia Manifests
03.09.2023 02:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23
Social phobia, or social phobia, is a disorder that is expressed in the fear of interacting with people.
Almost any action in which there is a risk of communication can become a trigger for experiences: talking on the phone, speaking in public, taking an exam, going to the store.
Where does social phobia come from
Most often, the reason for its occurrence is the fear of being rejected, disgraced or rejected by society.
This fear is so strong that it grows to the level of a serious psychological problem that a person cannot solve on his own. Social phobia is often confused with self-doubt or shyness.
Social phobia can be diagnosed by a psychotherapist or psychiatrist.
What are social phobes afraid of
Features of social phobia Social phobia is expressed by the fear of any interaction with society: communication with people, visiting public places and catering. Such a state can be described as a fear of attention to one's own person, caused by fear of a negative assessment.
How do I know if I have social phobia
Criteria for social phobia: persistent and pronounced fear or anxiety about various social situations, expectation of a negative assessment, embarrassment, humiliation; avoidance of social situations, contacts that cause anxiety; anxiety out of proportion to the situation; anxiety or distress that interferes with daily activities; fear or anxiety.
How social anxiety affects life
The disease negatively affects the quality of life, because social phobia is not about the comfort of being alone, but about constant anxiety and tension.
“Social phobia can be considered a problem if it interferes with living a normal life. When, because of this, a person changes his lifestyle, style, does not develop in his profession, his career is hampered.
