The intense fear of being scrutinized and judged by others in social or performance situations, social anxiety disorder can wreak havoc on the lives of those who suffer from it. Symptoms may be so extreme that they disrupt daily life. People may have few or no social or romantic relationships, making them feel powerless, alone, or even ashamed.

  • About 15 million American adults have social anxiety disorder
  • Typical age of onset: 13 years old
  • 36 percent of people with social anxiety disorder report symptoms for 10 or more years before seeking help

Anxiety disorders are real, serious, and treatable.

New book from ADAA!
Triumph Over Shyness: Conquering Social Anxiety Disorder, Second Edition is full of practical tips, helpful techniques, and more to help manage anxious thoughts and physical symptoms of social anxiety disorder.

Using humor, warmth, and language that is easy to understand, authors Murray Stein, MD, MPH, and John Walker, PhD, explain what causes social anxiety disorder, how it impacts social and romantic relationships, and what treatments work.

This book is only available through ADAA and costs $15. Order your copy today.

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I want to talk to people, but the words just won’t come out.

My job is on the line...I can't do this. I have to get out of here. Can they see me sweating?

Why can't I talk on the phone like everyone else? It looks so simple, but I can't do it.

I want to join the conversation, but making eye
contact is so hard for me.

I know it's normal to be nervous before a meeting, but they don't understand. I'd rather die.

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