The concept of social anxiety disorder (SAD)

The concept of social anxiety disorder (SAD)

The concept of social anxiety disorder (SAD)

Imagine living in a constant state of anxiety and fear. Nothing you do can make it go away, because it’s not about the people or things around you. It’s about YOU.

You’re constantly worried that people around you are judging you, and this feeling is so strong that it actually interferes with your daily life. You avoid making eye contact or speaking to anyone, even if doing so might help you achieve your goals. You may want to go out and have fun, but the fear of being judged or embarrassed prevents you from doing anything that might put you under social scrutiny.

The good news is that there is a name for this type of problem: social anxiety disorder (SAD). It’s also called social phobia because it makes you fearful of being around other people, especially in unfamiliar situations like parties or job interviews. And there is help available!