MENTAL HEALTH
Social Anxiety Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment
March 1, 2020
Symptom Guides > Mental Health > Social Anxiety Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment

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Dr. Chesney Fowler
Dr. Fowler is an emergency medicine physician and received her MD from George Washington University. She completed her residency in emergency medicine at Christiana Care Health System. In addition to her work at K Health, Dr. Fowler is a practicing emergency medicine physician in Washington, DC.
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Have you ever experienced nervousness, such as before giving a presentation to your boss and colleagues? The feeling of butterflies in your stomach, or sweaty palms is a common response for many. However, for those with social anxiety disorder, the fear of both unfamiliar and everyday social interactions is more intense. The resulting stress is high enough that it pushes sufferers to avoid these situations altogether, altering their lives.
Social anxiety disorder, or social phobia, is an overwhelming fear of social situations. It is a common mental health condition with a variety of treatments available, from self-help to behavioral therapy.
In this article I’ll explore:
“Social anxiety disorder, also referred to as social phobia, extends beyond shyness or discomfort in certain social situations.”
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by
Dr. Chesney Fowler
Dr. Fowler is an emergency medicine physician and received her MD from George Washington University. She completed her residency in emergency medicine at Christiana Care Health System. In addition to her work at K Health, Dr. Fowler is a practicing emergency medicine physician in Washington, DC.
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