Social anxiety

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Social anxiety

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I have social anxiety and I don't know how to deal with it. I want to talk to a psychiatrist

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Dr. Akshata Bhat

Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist 8 yrs exp Mumbai

Social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia, is an anxiety disorder in which a person has an excessive and unreasonable fear of social situations. Anxiety (intense nervousness) and self-consciousness arise from a fear of being closely watched, judged, and criticized by others. Symptoms include: Tremors, feeling anxious or nervous, sense of panic, sweating, increased heartbeat, feeling of impending doom, stomach discomfort, dizziness etc These can be debilitating. If the anxiety us overwhelming, consult a psychiatrist at the earliest. With the right medication and counseling, it is likely your symptoms will improve.

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Counselling Psychologist 7 yrs exp Bangalore

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Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help here. Appreciate your interest to address your problems by taking a professional help. Don't hesitate to consult a Psychologist directly or online. Feel free to reach out to me online through Practo app for further detailed evaluation and suitable recommendation that you can follow practically to overcome this problem. Be positive. You will be alright soon.