What Is Social Anxiety?
3. Physical Symptoms
Social anxiety disorder will sometimes cause the patient to experience physical symptoms when they are in social situations. These symptoms can include blushing, trembling, and sweating even when they are not hot. The patient may also find that their heart beats faster than usual, and they may also develop an upset stomach.
The patient will also sometimes find that their muscles tense up, and they can also have difficulty catching their breath. Light-headedness or dizziness are other potential symptoms the patient might feel. Some people with social anxiety disorder can also find that their mind becomes blank when they are in social situations.
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