Anxiety
Expert Guide To
Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms
Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms and General Anxiety Symptoms are commonly confused. Understanding the difference is essential in solving the problem.
Some of the common Social Anxiety Disorder symptoms include an increased heart rate, sweating, trembling, body tension, difficulty breathing, and trouble concentrating. This is similar to General Anxiety Disorder, except Social Anxiety comes from social situations. Follow along as we explain this in better detail.
Physical Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms
While anxiety starts in the mind, it doesn’t end there. The body is all connected and informs us of our anxiety physically.
- Heart Rate
One of the most common symptoms is an increased heart rate. This is your bodies natural response to fear. You are now in fight or flight mode.
- Sweating
Heavy sweating can be embarrassing and realizing this can worsen your anxiety. This is due to nervous system responding to the stimuli of fear.
- Trembling/Shaking
- Body Tension
- Difficulty Breathing
Mental Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms
What’s worst feeling this way or realizing that you are feeling this way. Anxiety can be set to repeat when it is stuck in the mind.
- Difficulty Concentrating
Adrenaline is not here to help us think. It is here to help us react to our instincts. It can become very difficult to remember, think, or even talk as we normally do.
- Fear of Being Judged
We fear what we do not know and we do not know what others are thinking of us. For this reason, we worry about whether we are being judged or made fun of.
- Fear of Public Places
Realizing that being afraid of one person brings great discomfort, tells us that a crowd is virtually impossible.
- Fear of People We Are Attracted To
Whether it’s the opposite or same sex, people that we find attractive can bring great anxiety. We may find ourselves uncomfortable being near these people and avoid relationships all together.
- Fear of Successful People
If we are afraid of being judged, we naturally place fear on people that we believe would judge. We assume that these people will spot our mediocrity and make us feel ashamed.
Wrong Things To Do
We are correct and looking to solve our problems but the method we choose is very important. Here are some common poor choices.
- Abusing A Substance
Alcohol is commonly referred to as liquid strength but strength comes from facing problems not hiding. Like all substances, this does not cure our problem. It may even create more!
- Hiding
While there is a time to rest and get grounded. Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms are not cured by locking ourselves up inside the house.
- Ignoring It
Your body is communicating with you and ignoring it is not getting the message. The more we try to suppress, the more the body works to remind us.
- Giving Up
You are not the only person to have experienced and you too can share how you overcame it. Don’t give up, give yourself a chance to get better. It is more than possible.
What Can You Do
Now you are asking the right question and congratulation, you are already past the first step!
- Personal Research
By doing research and reading articles such as this, you are starting your journey of understanding and conquering your Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms.
- Understand Yourself
Rather than hide or suppress your feelings, understand them. Listen to your body and realize what and why it is communicating this message.
- Remind Yourself
Once you understand what and why it is happening. Remind your body and mind that it is safe. If you don’t need to run or fight, remind your body that this is a time for peace. Some extra tips to do this is by breathing exercises, grounding ourselves, or meditating.
- Talk To A Professional
You don’t have to do this alone, in fact it would be better if you talked to a professional. Obtain a better understanding of what and why this happening and conquer it for good.
Important Tips To Remember
- Your body is in fight or flight
- Your mind believes you are being judged
- Don’t suppress or hide this feeling
- Remind yourself that you are safe
- Talk to someone about it
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By: Jordan Joachim
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