News of Social Phobia Forum

This is my average conversation:

Guy: Hey man, want to go to a BBQ next sunday?
Me: Recently in the news some #######3 burned a baby on a grill.
Guy: What?


Girl: So, done anything lately?
Me: Nothing much, just hanging around, hanging and hanging, nothing much at all. Nothing at all. It gets kinda depressing, not doing anything. Boring too. I remember this guy who used to live with me....

Me: Hey man, sup? ...

Hi I have panic disorder, binge eating and social phobia. My doc just prescribed me ativan and celexa. Any information about either drug would help. Nervous about taking the Celexa. Is it true it makes you gain weight ? Thanks

Does anyone else feel that people are constantly staring at them and trying to invade your "privacy bubble?" It feels as though they are trying to take something from me, some of my essence, which they, of course, can't, but today feels like a day when I feel a little emotionally "drunk" and the feelings vibrate in my chest when I am aware that someone could be looking at me. It messes with my focus ...

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Hi,
I'm not sure if I have what is considered social anxiety disorder or not. I saw the description of it in a magazine and then looked it up online and most of the symptoms matched what I felt. I'll give you a little background..

I'm 19 and I've always been shy and quiet. When I was younger I had no trouble making friends and was involved in a lot of activities in middle school, ...

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/20 ... 190630.htm

genetic variations linked to inhibited/anxious disposition...

I was wondering if anyone here can tell me if having a relationship with a really outgoing person works with social anxiety. I have never had a boyfriend because it seems like I am always crushing on the charismatic thespian or class clown. How should I appeal to them? I guess it would depend on the person. Some outgoing people could actually be very sensitive on the inside; at least that’s what I hope.

I ...

When Im at the movies or a lecture with a friend I cant concentrate and enjoy it because my thoughts are racing as to how hes doing and what im suppossed to be doing vis a vis the rest of the people around me. I cant seem to experience something with someone else without racing thoughts and worries. I walk into the theatre and the anxiety hits me. I hesitate but know I have to ...

Well I guess to start off, im basically in the same boat as a lot of the people here in a way. Except i noticed that a lot of people here pretty much grew up that way. I on the other hand never used to be like this! growing up, i was a shy and quiet kid BUT i always used to do stupid and silly things to make people laugh and always loved to ...

Hey. I'm 25, male, and messed-up..

This my deal:

1. Daytime freaks me out. I feel crap during the day, and literally can't go to the shops, etc. because I'm paranoid of what people will think of me.

2. Driving is similar. When I make eye contact with someone in their rear-view mirror, I get a panic wave go through me. When I see people with their windows all the way down, I think "How ...