Feeling insecure in certain social situations is normal and adaptive. When we perceive that we run the risk of conveying an undesirable impression on others, we may react with greater alertness, making sure that we do not behave in a way that may offend others or reflect poorly on ourselves (Leary, 2000). However, for some […]
Social anxiety disorder (SAD), the excessive fear of being judged and humiliated, is a sadly common phenomenon among students. While about 6% of children are affected by the condition (Chavira, Stein, Bailey, & Stein, 2004; Ruscio, Brown, Chiu, Sareen, Stein, & Kessler, 2008), numbers quickly escalate with the beginning of puberty, with the disorder peaking […]
Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is an impressively common phenomenon. About 10% of people suffer from it at some point in their lives (Wittchen & Fehm, 2001). Usually, it begins during childhood or early adolescence. Affected people rarely ask for help, with only one in five individuals ever receiving professional treatment (Grant et al., 2005). This […]
“You should not worry about what others think of you.” – You have probably heard this many times. But is that really good advice? Is it sign of self-confidence if you do not care about other people’s opinions of you? Is this something to strive for? It is normal to care about the opinions others […]
Social anxiety is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While severe social anxiety can be debilitating, milder forms of social anxiety can be a normal and helpful trait in certain situations. In this article, we will explore the nuances of mild social anxiety, including its advantages and disadvantages, and how it differs […]
