Handling Social Anxiety
Am I Getting Anxious in a Social Situation?
If you are a socially anxious person, you might feel extremely nervous or self-conscious in various settings such as:
- Parties (Get togethers, College parties etc.).
- Meetings (Conference, Seminars/Webinars, Individuals meetings with a client/colleague etc.).
- Everyday Interactions (Interacting with classmates, Rickshaw drivers/ Bus Drivers, Shopkeeper etc.).
But what is Social Anxiety?
Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is a common mental health condition that many people experience. It's more than just feeling shy or nervous in social situations – it involves the following symptoms:
- Intense fear of being judged.
- Extreme fear of being embarrassed.
- Fear of being humiliated by others.
People with social anxiety may worry excessively about saying or doing something embarrassing, leading to avoidance of social situations altogether. Social anxiety can impact a person’s life, relationships, and overall well-being.
This Assessment tries to understand how social anxiety would affect your life by covering social interactions like public speaking, meeting new people and group activities. This helps to understand the common features of social anxiety i.e. fears and avoidance. It's important to remember that social anxiety is treatable, and with support and appropriate strategies, individuals can learn to manage their anxiety and feel more comfortable in social settings.
So, Let’s get started!
Instructions
- Participants below age 18 are requested not to take the test as it has been found to be valid for individuals above age 18
- This assessment does not have a time limit but on average is completed in a few minutes.
- Read the situation given below carefully and answer the questions related to the situation.
- The first question asks you how fearful you feel in the situation.
- The second question asks you how often you would avoid the situation
- Kindly rate the degree to which you fear and avoid the hypothetical situation.
- Kindly answer all the questions mentioned below.
- Remember, there are no right or wrong answers.
Disclaimer: This assessment is for purposes of self-awareness and knowledge. They are not meant to be used for diagnosis. We encourage you to speak to a mental health professional to better understand your results.
