Do I have Social anxiety disorder?!

Do I have Social anxiety disorder?

I don't know. I have always...ALWAYS...been shy. So shy that I would run away from my own family as a child when they came over for a visit. Now-a-days its not THAT bad but I don't think its much better. I always feel like I'm being watched. When I'm outside I avoid people if at all possible. And even If I can't I try to get away as fast as I can. I turn down invitations for partys. I guess I always feel like I'm going to be made fun of. I don't want to feel this way though and do want to participate in groups and partys. When I was in school I would sit at the back because I didnt want the teacher to pick me to answer a question.

That being said when I'm around friends and family that I know EXTREAMLY well I don't feel hindered by this. I can talk, even quite loudly. And be goofy. I guess because I know they won't make fun of me (or if they do i'll know their probably just joking around).

I guess my question is do you think I have a disorder? I'm honestly starting to beleve I do.

1 month ago
I should probably state that I do have mild OCD. And this makes me check repeatedly to see if someone is in the bathroom even when I know their not. And other things like that.

1 month ago
Ive never been to a doctor about either of these. Ive never told anyone about it either. This would be the first time. But i think i really do have ocd (in like i MUST do this or i will become anxious or paranoid)

1 month ago
Yes I see what you mean. I always feel like I'm being watched all the time. That I'll make a fool of myself or people wont like me. Like, it feels like it consumes me. If I'm riding my bike and a couple other people riding bikes are coming at me than all i feel is "get the hell out of there" kind of feeling.

I really dont want to feel this way. I try my best to be social but its just really really hard.

I have ocd and social anxiety - theyre linked apparnetly, in that you have this overwhelming though in your head that you cant shake - "do people like me?" "am i making an idiot of myself?" "do these people want me talking to them?" Itsa parnoia thing which is a crucial lemet of both htese disorders.

If you have mild ocd have you ever tried cognitive behavioral theyrapy to control it?If you have then just apply the same techniques to these social situations,which proably cause a similar panic and axiety as your ocd thoughts do...if you've never had it, it is really worth looking int - there are some good bopks on amazon and im sure you could find some info online!

Basically, the aim of the game is not to avoid social situations. Stay there, and you will feel your tension and axiety grow and grow - but the principle is that it can ony go so high before it begins to come down, as your body cant keep relelasing adrenalin. Then, the more you do this excercise, the less your body will react to the situation, and the more relaxed and comfortable youl begin to feel. That is roughly it but look into it and youl find some tips to help you manage the anxiety! Good luck!