Some people believe
social anxiety disorder (SAD) is synonymous with shyness. Others,
including some physicians, don’t
believe it exists at all. But for those living with SAD, it's very real.
If you have SAD, you constantly worry about being negatively
judged by others. You might find it difficult to eat or talk in public, or to use public bathrooms. You might find it impossible to attend
social events. As with other anxiety disorders, you might know your fear is
irrational but feel powerless to stop it.
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