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Do i have Social anxiety?
Iam 26 yr old. I feel very anxious in getting in public and initaiating a conversation. I usualy tend to look busy so peopl dnt come to me. I get anxious thinking about going out and meeting peopl. Even ata work i dnt talk when not absolutely necessary. I likr to remain aclosed in my room and be alone. My parents thk am lazy so i dnt go out bt propbelm is i absolutely hav no idea wat i wud talk to smone new. My parents are looking for marriage proposal for me and am scared tis problm of mine wil hamper my relationship. Am i an introvrt or am o sociophobic. Do i need medical help. If ys can i get it without letting anyone knw. I dnt want to freak out my parents.
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Dr. Sunil Gupta
Psychiatrist
16 yrs exp
Mohali
Hi. From the description that you have provided, it is very likely that you are suffering from symptoms of underlying social anxiety disorder. Since this is a treatable condition, you must seek help. Please consult a psychiatrist and get yourself evaluated. Treatment with medications and cognitive behavioural therapy will help. Keeping the treatment confidential is totally upto you. It will be your decision completely regarding if you want to share it with anyone.
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