Social Phobia Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

People with social anxiety disorder may have the following symptoms during social interactions:

• Blushing
• Excessive sweating
• Trembling
• Dry throat and mouth
• Muscle twitches
• Intense anxiety
• Rapid heart beat
• Fainting feeling

Symptoms may begin in any public situation such as:

• Being teased or criticized
• Being the center of attention
• Meeting new people
• Interacting with authority figures
• Interacting with members of the opposite sex
• Eating, writing, or speaking in public
• Using public toilets

Diagnosis

Your doctor will ask about your fears and symptoms. A physical exam may be done. You may be referred to a mental health professional. They may conduct a psychiatric evaluation.