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Social anxiety
Hello I have symptoms of social anxiety
1 I am introvert in childhood and don't like to go anywhere in childhood and if go I can't stay anywhere in night
2 I feel shy to talk with new person, specially girls and talk over phone
3 I feel nervous or stress and overthinking before going anywhere and meeting with new person
4 I don't face problem if i go somewhere daily and meet any person daily
5 i don't feel nervous in public places and gathering and parties
6 i don't feel nervous, frustrated and angry due to anxiety but feel stress and overthinking only
7 i don't drink or smoke
8 i sleep on time and don't have any sleep problem due to anxiety and wake up early in morning
9 sometimes I wakeup in night if see bad dreams
So tell me exact problem and treatment of it
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Social anxiety is the result of low self-esteem, low self-worth, low confidence, negative self-image, etc. Even though the root cause of Social Anxiety is not know it is believed to be caused by a combination of environmental factors and genetics. Negative experiences also may contribute to this condition including bullying.
People cope with social anxiety by following ways:
Seeing a therapist for CBT Talk Therapy.
Exploring specific situations that triggers anxiety.
Challanging negative thoughts and converting them into positive thoughts.
Take small steps. Face your fear and see what happens.
Role play with people you trust.
Practice acts of kindness.
Limit alcohol.
Make a list of things you are afread to do. Every day as a challenge do one thing. Every week revise the list.
Adopt Relaxation Techniques like: Get body massage. Practice progressive muscle relaxation. Practice Mindfullness Meditation. Learn group dancing. Etc.
All the best.
Next Steps
consult Psychiatrist/ Psychologist
Health Tips
Do Yoga and meditation, Go for counselling session
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