Social anxiety is a common anxiety disorder characterized by a persistent and overwhelming fear of social situations. People with social anxiety worry more frequently and intensely about social situations, making it difficult for them to go about everyday activities like making phone calls or interacting with others. This disorder can significantly disrupt daily functioning and have harmful consequences.

Common symptoms of social anxiety include:

• Fear of interaction or talking with people such as meetings, talking in groups, speaking on the phone, or shopping
• Low self-esteem
• Fear of being criticized
• Avoiding eye contact
• Fear of situations in which you may be judged negatively

Therapies that may help with social anxiety include Cognitive Behavioral Counselling and Cognitive Analytic Counselling. The psychologists at Hypoworry Online Counselling have considerable experience in treating social anxiety and can help you.