Shyness Support Group

Shyness is a feeling of insecurity that certain people experience while being among others, talking with others, asking favors of others, etc. The initial cause of shyness can vary. Scientists have located some genetic data that supports the hypothesis that shyness is at least partially genetic.

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Social Anxiety Disorder

Catlovers141
Catlovers141
I know that Social Anxiety Disorder is a more severe form of shyness, but where exactly do you draw the line? I know that I am extremely shy, but I want to know if it would count as shyness or SAD. Thanks! =]
deleted_user
deleted_user
i think social anxiety disorder has more of a physiological response factor than shyness does so i would think that if you are extremely shy, have panic attacks, and agoraphobic or avoid all social situations, then you probably have the disorder. i think shyness is more psychological where you just are so consumed with all those negative thoughts initially that makes prevents you from being able to stop being tense in social situations. but i'm no professional and only one such can tell you what you have. it could also be that you just have an introverted personality or that you have an avoidant personality also.
deleted_user
deleted_user
About a year ago i was tested for it by a doctor because i had nearly all the symtoms, but the doctor just said it was due to my age and that i haven't really found myself to be comfortable with yet 0.o
I'm about to be 16 very soon, and still haven't changed all my life, so i don't know when i'll 'find' myself.
If you think that you might count as SAD then you can see how many symtoms of it you have and maybe get a doctors appointment if you like
deleted_user
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My family dr. dxd me with SAD. I did some research online and found I met all the criteria. There are some very good websites. The Lexapro website has alot about it.