Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)
A child with social anxiety disorder may cry more than usual, freeze, or have tantrums. They may fear going to school and taking part in classroom activitiesand school performances.
Teens and adults with social anxiety disorder may:
The fear of a social situation can sometimes build up to a panic attack, where you feel an overwhelming sense of fear, apprehension and anxiety. This usually only lasts a few minutes.
You may also experience physical symptoms, such as feeling sick, sweating, trembling and heart palpitations. These symptoms often reach a peak before quickly passing. Although these type of symptoms can be alarming, they don't cause any physical harm.
However, the exact nature of the relationship between genetics and learned behaviour is uncertain.
The behaviour of parentsmay also have an influence on whether their child will develop social anxiety disorder. If you have worried or anxious parents, it can often affect your ability tocope with anxiety during childhood, adolescence and adulthood.
People with social anxiety disorder often describe their parents as:
Social anxiety disorder (social phobia) is a persistent and overwhelming fear of social situations. It's one of the most common anxiety disorders.
A child with social anxiety disorder may cry more than usual, freeze, or have tantrums. They may fear going to school and taking part in classroom activitiesand school performances.Teens and adults wi
If you think you may have social anxiety disorder, you should try to see your GP for help.Your GP shouldmake it as easy as possible for you to have a consultation with them. For example, they may offe
If you've been diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, there are a number of different treatment options available.Cognitive behavioural therapyCognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)is one of the most ef
The psychological therapies offered to adults outlined above should also be considered for children aged 15 and older.Both group-based and individual CBT should take into account how well the child or
You can read the NICE guidance aboutsocial anxiety disorder: recognition, assessment and treatment for more information about social anxiety disorder.