What Everyone Gets WRONG About SOCIAL ANXIETY

Social anxiety disorder is one of the most common—but misunderstood—mental health conditions. Often mistaken for shyness, over-sensitivity, or being overly dramatic, social anxiety affects more than 10% of the population and can severely impact work, school, and relationships. This video dives into eight of the most persistent myths about social anxiety disorder, from the idea that it's "just a phase" to the false belief that it’s only about public speaking. You’ll learn how social anxiety is far more than nerves or introversion—it’s a chronic condition marked by fear of judgment, avoidance behaviors, and intense physical symptoms like sweating, racing heart, and trembling. We also explore why people with social anxiety often go unnoticed—they may look calm on the outside while battling distress internally. You’ll discover how cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can offer real, evidence-based help, and why avoiding social situations only makes anxiety worse. If you or someone you care about struggles with social phobia, understanding the truth behind these myths is a powerful first step toward empathy, recovery, and support.

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[JoqsanCastellanos]

My social anxiety somehow selective. For example I can easily give a presentation in front of several people, however just thinking about asking someone out paralyzes me.

[Peace]

Thank you Sir. I feel you fully understand what I am going through. and learning😢

[v--c--n-t]

I have debilitating sad all these things ally. It makes me depressed so help and hope less. I’ve been isolated in my house for 2 years. I may kill myself if it doesn’t get better, but I know it won’t. I hate my life no money no friends no love lonely.