8 Signs You Might Have Social Anxiety

Social Anxiety Disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by intense feelings of worry and distress in social situations. Do you know how to spot the difference between shyness and social anxiety? It’s very easy to mistake having social anxiety as just being shy. So, here are 8 clear signs you might have social anxiety. We also did a video on differences between shyness and social anxiety before: https://youtu.be/YcaUxLvOfxQ

Also, as a disclaimer, do not use this video to self diagnosed social anxiety. It's best to talk to a professional. However, if you're really looking for help, you can also try online counselling here:
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More videos here:

Social Anxiety - More than Shyness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FlPskJ_JTr0

5 Things About Social Anxiety No One Talks About
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_G_VbEEowt8

5 Signs It's Social Anxiety and not Introversion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcaUxLvOfxQ

5 Ways to Deal with Social Anxiety on Your Own
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhYF3AqVhgU

Credits
Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script editor: Isadora Ho & Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Lesly
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

References:

American Psychological Association (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – 5th Edition. Washington, DC; APA Publishing.

Psycom (2017). “Social Anxiety Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment.” Retrieved 31 March 2020 from https://www.psycom.net/social-anxiety-disorder-overview

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