Signs of Social Anxiety

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What distinguishes social anxiety from shyness?

Shy individuals avoid all social situations, while socially anxious individuals do not

Social anxiety leads to excessive worry about being judged, while shyness does not (correct)

Shy individuals experience chest palpitations, while socially anxious individuals do not

Social anxiety is only present in new relationships, while shyness persists in all relationships

How does social anxiety affect relationships?

It causes individuals to overanalyze social interactions and interpret body language (correct)

It makes individuals excessively talkative and extroverted

It leads to excessive physical symptoms like nausea and dizziness

It only affects new relationships, not established ones

What distinguishes the physical symptoms of social anxiety from those of a panic attack?

Social anxiety may not involve chest palpitations, while a panic attack typically does (correct)

Social anxiety only causes distress in new relationships, while a panic attack affects all relationships

Social anxiety leads to excessive talking, while a panic attack does not

Social anxiety results in complete avoidance of social situations, while a panic attack does not

What is a key difference between social anxiety and shyness?

Fear of judgment and embarrassment is a constant presence in social anxiety. Signup and view all the answers

How does social anxiety affect social interactions?

It leads to overanalysis of body language and facial expressions. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common effect of social anxiety on an individual's relationships?

Difficulty in making friends and maintaining relationships. Signup and view all the answers

How do physical symptoms of social anxiety differ from those of a panic attack?

Physical symptoms of social anxiety are generally less intense than those of a panic attack. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic behavior of individuals with social anxiety in social situations?

They tend to avoid social situations and may arrive late or be absent. Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates the fear associated with social anxiety from normal shyness?

The fear in social anxiety is reduced with close friends or family, while shyness persists. Signup and view all the answers

What cognitive behavioral therapy technique is recommended for identifying core fears in social anxiety?

Downward Arrow technique Signup and view all the answers

What are some common core fears associated with social anxiety?

Rejection, embarrassment, and criticism Signup and view all the answers

What is a common pattern observed in individuals with social anxiety?

Avoidance Signup and view all the answers

What is a key focus of exposure therapy for managing social anxiety?

Putting oneself in triggering situations Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for understanding how one comes across and improving social skills in the context of social anxiety?

Genuine feedback from others Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended coping skill for managing social anxiety?

Grounding Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of social anxiety during teenage years?

Fear of rejection and racing thoughts about others' opinions Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The text is a video script discussing signs of social anxiety.
Social anxiety is a mental illness, not just shyness.
Constantly worried about being judged and fear of embarrassment.
Anxiety feels out of control, fear is always present.
Interferes with performance, affects relationships, and doesn't go away with familiarity.
Overanalyze social interactions, spend a lot of time interpreting body language and facial expressions.
Avoid social situations, often absent or late, and may lead to complete avoidance.
Physical symptoms, such as nausea, dizziness, and chest palpitations, are common.
Social anxiety can make it hard to make friends and maintain relationships.
Fear and distress are always present, even with close friends or family.
Normal to feel shy initially in a relationship, but this feeling doesn't subside with social anxiety.
Obsess over social interactions and analyze other people's behavior extensively.
Social anxiety can lead to avoidance of social situations in all aspects of life.
Physical symptoms can differ from those of a panic attack.

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Learn about the signs and symptoms of social anxiety, a mental illness characterized by constant worry about being judged, fear of embarrassment, and physical symptoms such as nausea and dizziness. Explore how social anxiety affects relationships and leads to avoidance of social situations.