Understanding Social Anxiety

What is a common physical reaction when someone feels shy or nervous?

• Feeling sleepy

• Butterflies in the stomach

• Sudden laughter

• Loss of appetite

What is social anxiety often referred to as?

• Social phobia

• Social excitement

• Social indifference

• Social joy

How might social anxiety affect someone's participation in activities?

• It has no effect on their participation

• It may prevent them from engaging in activities

• It makes them indifferent to activities

• It encourages them to participate more

What is a recommended way to manage social anxiety?

• Keeping feelings to oneself

• Talking to a trained counselor or psychologist

• Avoiding all social situations

• Ignoring the feelings

Why is it important to manage social anxiety?

• To become more introverted

• To eliminate all feelings

• To enjoy life to the fullest

• To avoid all social interactions