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Social Anxiety


In general, Social Anxiety is a fear of social situations or interaction with other people. Put another way, it is the fear and anxiety of being judged and evaluated negatively by people, leading to feelings of inadequacy, embarrassment, humiliation, and/or depression. If your social life is disrupted by fear, you may have social anxiety disorder.

Signs and symptoms of social anxiety may include:

  • Blushing
  • Sweating
  • Trembling or shaking
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Upset stomach
  • Nausea
  • Shaky voice
  • Muscle tension
  • Cold, clammy hands
  • Difficulty making eye contact

Everyday nervousness (such as butterflies when giving a presentation, meeting someone new, etc.) is normal. What sets social anxiety disorder apart is that its symptoms are much more severe, causing you to avoid normal social situations. Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition. Treatment can help you gain confidence and improve your ability to interact with others, as well as your overall quality of life!


 

 

 
 

 


Social Anxiety Self-Test

Answer the questions below to determine if you may be a candidate for a Social Anxiety medication research program with PRI.

In the boxes below, please indicate Yes, No or Not Applicable as appropriate.
 

Yes

No

Not Applicable
Are you at least 18 years of age? *    
Do you have a history of seizures or any seizure disorder? *    
Are you currently pregnant or nursing a baby? *  

In the below boxes, indicate if you experience these symptoms: Never, Occasionally, or Frequently.
 
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
FEAR OF SOCIAL OR PROFESSIONAL SITUATIONS in which you will be observed or scrutinized by others.
SOCIAL ANXIETY OR NERVOUSNESS which is the direct result of anticipation of or exposure to a social situation.
FEAR OR AVOIDANCE of doing, acting, or saying something "foolish" or "wrong" in front of others.

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