We all know the occasional feeling of being nervous, shy, or, well, anxious in a social situation, such as when meeting someone new or making a big presentation. That’s normal, and most people ...
Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is an intense fear of social situations. You may feel anticipatory and persistent fear of being judged or rejected. You may also experience a racing heart, ...
Social anxiety was the last anxiety disorder to be “discovered”, which was only formally recognised in 1979. It continues to be last in terms of public and professional understanding.