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DISCLAIMER
🚫 THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL DIAGNOSIS TOOL.
Only a health professional can diagnose social anxiety. I am not a professional

This self-assessment workbook is made to help you understand social anxiety

and how the symptoms of social anxiety could affect your life. Ideally, this tool
should be used when you are waiting for an official diagnosis.
SOCIAL GATHERING
SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - PARTIES AND SOCIAL EVENTS SCARE ME

PARTIES AND SOCIAL EVENTS SCARE ME

Parties and social events scare me because I’m afraid of being judged or
rejected by others. I often feel that people will think badly about me, and
this puts me in a state of anxiety.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

Total
 SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - PARTIES AND SOCIAL EVENTS SCARE ME COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AVOID GOING TO PARTIES

I AVOID GOING TO PARTIES

I avoid going to parties because I'm afraid of the image others will have
of me. For example, I often cancel at the last minute because I think
people will look at me and judge me.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AVOID GOING TO PARTIES COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - I AVOID BEING THE CENTER OF ATTENTION

I AVOID BEING THE CENTER OF ATTENTION

I avoid activities in which I am the center of attention. For example, I don't

like to celebrate my birthday because I'm afraid of all eyes on me.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

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 SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - I AVOID BEING THE CENTER OF ATTENTION COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 4 - IN SOCIAL EVENTS I STRUGGLE TO MAKE CONVERSATION

IN SOCIAL EVENTS I STRUGGLE TO MAKE CONVERSATION

In social events, I have trouble thinking about things to talk about. For
example, I don't enjoy meeting new people because I'm afraid of not
having a good conversation.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

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 SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 4 - IN SOCIAL EVENTS I STRUGGLE TO MAKE CONVERSATION COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 5 - AT PARTIES, I FEAR BEING IGNORED BY OTHERS

AT PARTIES, I FEAR BEING IGNORED BY OTHERS

When I go to a party, my worst fear is to be ignored by others. For

example, I feel embarrassed to call someone's attention because I think
people won't listen to me.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 5 - AT PARTIES, I FEAR BEING IGNORED BY OTHERS COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 6 - I FIND IT DIFFICULT TO DRINK OR EAT IN A GROUP OF PEOPLE

I FIND IT DIFFICULT TO DRINK

OR EAT IN A GROUP OF PEOPLE

Drinking or eating in front of people is difficult for me. For example, when
I eat in a restaurant with friends, I'm afraid of spilling my food on myself,
making weird sounds with my mouth, and getting too much attention.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 SOCIAL GATHERING SYMPTOM NUMBER 6 - I FIND IT DIFFICULT TO DRINK OR EAT IN A GROUP OF PEOPLE COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS
PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - I OFTEN BLUSH WHEN I TALK TO PEOPLE

I OFTEN BLUSH WHEN I TALK TO PEOPLE

I often blush when I talk to people, especially strangers. For example, if

I'm in a shop and the assistant asks me what I'm looking for, I'll probably
blush and stammer out an answer.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

Total
 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - I OFTEN BLUSH WHEN I TALK TO PEOPLE COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AM ASHAMED OF BLUSHING IN FRONT OF PEOPLE.

I AM ASHAMED OF BLUSHING IN FRONT OF PEOPLE.

I avoid social situations because of my blushing/fear of blushing. For

example, if I'm invited to a party, and I feel I start to blush, I might make
up an excuse to go hiding in the bathroom.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

Total
 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AM ASHAMED OF BLUSHING IN FRONT OF PEOPLE. COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - HEART PALPITATIONS BOTHER ME WHEN I AM AROUND PEOPLE

HEART PALPITATIONS BOTHER ME

WHEN I AM AROUND PEOPLE

I am easily upset when I get heart palpitations in social situations. For

example, if I'm at a party and start to feel my heart racing, I'll probably
want to leave cause it's such an unpleasant feeling.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

Total
 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - HEART PALPITATIONS BOTHER ME WHEN I AM AROUND PEOPLE COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 4 - SWEATING IN FRONT OF PEOPLE CAUSES ME DISTRESS

SWEATING IN FRONT OF PEOPLE CAUSES ME DISTRESS

I'm highly uncomfortable when I sweat in front of people. For example, if

I'm attending a job interview, I can completely lose my confidence if I
start to sweat.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 4 - SWEATING IN FRONT OF PEOPLE CAUSES ME DISTRESS COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 5 - SHAKING IN FRONT OF OTHERS IS DISTRESSING TO ME

SHAKING IN FRONT OF OTHERS IS DISTRESSING TO ME

Trembling or shaking in front of others is making me highly

uncomfortable. For example, if I'm giving a presentation at work and my
hands start shaking, I might try and hide them under my desk in order not
to show how frightened I am.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 5 - SHAKING IN FRONT OF OTHERS IS DISTRESSING TO ME COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 6 - MAKING EYE CONTACT IS DIFFICULT FOR ME

MAKING EYE CONTACT IS DIFFICULT FOR ME

I struggle to make eye contact with people. For example, if I'm speaking
to somebody at work making too much eye contact with me, I might start
stuttering or look at my feet.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 6 - MAKING EYE CONTACT IS DIFFICULT FOR ME COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 7- I FEEL STRESSED IF I MEET SOMEONE I KNOW IN THE STREET

I FEEL STRESSED IF I MEET

SOMEONE I KNOW IN THE STREET

I don't like meeting someone I know in the street. For example, If

somebody I know walks past me in the street while I'm out with my
friends, I might pretend not to see them.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 7- I FEEL STRESSED IF I MEET SOMEONE I KNOW IN THE STREET COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 8 - I'M AFRAID THAT PEOPLE MIGHT SEE ME FAINT OR BEING SICK

I'M AFRAID THAT PEOPLE MIGHT

SEE ME FAINT OR BEING SICK

I'm terrified of people seeing me faint, being ill, or sick. For example, if I
feel dizzy around people, I might get up and leave so they can't see me
pass out.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PHYSICAL SYMPTOM NUMBER 8 - I'M AFRAID THAT PEOPLE MIGHT SEE ME FAINT OR BEING SICK COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS
PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - BEING CRITICIZED SCARES ME A LOT

BEING CRITICIZED SCARES ME A LOT

I'm terrified of being judged or criticized. I might be afraid to do or say

something wrong because I don't want people to laugh at me if I'm not
good enough.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - BEING CRITICIZED SCARES ME A LOT COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AVOID DOING THINGS FOR FEAR OF EMBARRASSMENT

I AVOID DOING THINGS FOR FEAR OF EMBARRASSMENT

I'm often afraid of making a fool of myself. For example, I might not ask
for help if I don't know how to do something because I don't want people
to laugh at me.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AVOID DOING THINGS FOR FEAR OF EMBARRASSMENT COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - I AVOID HAVING TO GIVE SPEECHES

I AVOID HAVING TO GIVE SPEECHES

I avoid giving speeches (or talking in public) because I'm afraid of

embarrassing myself. For example, I might not raise my hand in class to
answer a question because I don't want people to laugh at me if I'm
wrong.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

Total
 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - I AVOID HAVING TO GIVE SPEECHES COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 4 - I WOULD DO ANYTHING TO AVOID CRITICISM

I WOULD DO ANYTHING TO AVOID CRITICISM

I tend to react to criticism badly. That's why I might not ask for help if I'm
having a problem because I don't want people to criticize the way I've
been doing things.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 4 - I WOULD DO ANYTHING TO AVOID CRITICISM COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 5 - I AM AFRAID OF DOING THINGS WHEN PEOPLE ARE WATCHING

I AM AFRAID OF DOING THINGS

WHEN PEOPLE ARE WATCHING

Knowing that other people will watch me while doing something makes
me very uncomfortable. I might not try a new sport just because I'm
afraid of looking silly.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 5 - I AM AFRAID OF DOING THINGS WHEN PEOPLE ARE WATCHING COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 6 -LOOKING STUPID IS AMONG MY WORST FEARS

LOOKING STUPID IS AMONG MY WORST FEARS

I'm terrified of looking stupid or embarrassing myself. For example, I

might avoid going to the doctor if I'm sick because I don't want people to
think that I'm a hypochondriac or waste doctors' time.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 6 -LOOKING STUPID IS AMONG MY WORST FEARS COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 7 - I GET STRESSED IF I TALK ABOUTMYSELF OR MY FEELINGS

I GET STRESSED IF I TALK ABOUT

MYSELF OR MY FEELINGS

Talking about myself or my emotions is very difficult for me. For

example, I might avoid showing my feelings to someone close because I
don't want people to think that I'm too sensitive or not self-sufficient.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 7 - I GET STRESSED IF I TALK ABOUTMYSELF OR MY FEELINGS COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 8 - I FEAR SAYING EMBARRASSING THINGS

I FEAR SAYING EMBARRASSING THINGS

I often fear not controlling myself and saying embarrassing things to

other people. For example, I might not ask someone out because I'm too
afraid to say anything wrong or weird.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 8 - I FEAR SAYING EMBARRASSING THINGS COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 9 - I FEAR PEOPLE WILL STARE AT ME

I FEAR PEOPLE WILL STARE AT ME

When I go somewhere or walk in the street, I often fear people might

stare at me. For example, walking in a restaurant makes me
uncomfortable because I'm worried people will think I'm weird.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 9 - I FEAR PEOPLE WILL STARE AT ME COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 10 - WHEN I SPEAK I GET SELF-AWARE OF THE SOUND OF MY VOICE

10

WHEN I SPEAK I GET SELF-AWARE

OF THE SOUND OF MY VOICE

I can get very self-aware of the sound of my voice when I speak. For
example, I might avoid speaking up in a meeting because I'm afraid of
sounding stupid or having a weak voice.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 PERCEPTION OF OTHERS SYMPTOM NUMBER 10 - WHEN I SPEAK I GET SELF-AWARE OF THE SOUND OF MY VOICE COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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STRANGERS AND AUTHORITY FIGURES
STRANGERS AND AUTHORITY FIGURES SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - I AM AFRAID OF PEOPLE IN AUTHORITY

I AM AFRAID OF PEOPLE IN AUTHORITY

I feel uncomfortable when I need to speak to people in authority. For

example, I might not ask for help at the hardware store because I'm
afraid of being judged by the salesperson. Or I might not raise my hand in
class because the teacher scares me.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 STRANGERS AND AUTHORITY FIGURES SYMPTOM NUMBER 1 - I AM AFRAID OF PEOPLE IN AUTHORITY COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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STRANGERS AND AUTHORITY FIGURES SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AVOID TALKING TO PEOPLE I DON’T KNOW

I AVOID TALKING TO PEOPLE I DON’T KNOW

Talking to strangers is very difficult for me. For example, I might not ask
for directions even if I am lost on my own because I don't want to bother
strangers.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 STRANGERS AND AUTHORITY FIGURES SYMPTOM NUMBER 2 - I AVOID TALKING TO PEOPLE I DON’T KNOW COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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STRANGERS AND AUTHORITY FIGURES SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - I HAVE TROUBLE MAKING FRIENDS OF MY AGE

I HAVE TROUBLE MAKING FRIENDS OF MY AGE

I struggle making new friends, especially with people of my age. For

example, I might not try out for a sports team because I'm afraid that
others would expect me to get closer to them.

How often do you experience this symptom?

Rarely Several times a month Several times a week Several times a day

Does it have a negative impact on:

COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK

Work - School Family - Home Friends -Hobbies

Now add up the you got from the answers you checked:

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 STRANGERS AND AUTHORITY FIGURES SYMPTOM NUMBER 3 - I HAVE TROUBLE MAKING FRIENDS OF MY AGE COULD IT BE SOCIAL ANXIETY? - WORKBOOK
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YOUR RESULTS
 Report each item's score (you will find it at the bottom of each page) to visualize
your results. Of course, this is not an official diagnosis.

Social gatherings
Parties and social events scare me

I avoid going to parties

I avoid being the center of attention

In social events, I struggle to make conversation

At parties, I fear being ignored by others

I find it difficult to drink or eat in a group of people

Physical symptoms
I often blush when I talk to people

I am ashamed of blushing in front of people

Heart palpitations bother me when I am around people

Sweating in front of people causes me distress

Shaking in front of others is distressing to me

Making eye contact is difficult for me

I feel stressed if I meet someone I know in the street

I'm afraid that people might see me faint, being ill or sick
Perception of others
Being criticized scares me a lot

I avoid doing things for fear of embarrassment

I avoid having to give speeches

I would do anything to avoid criticism

I am afraid of doing things when people might be

watching

Being embarrassed or looking stupid are among my

worst fears

I get stressed if I talk about myself or my feelings

I fear saying embarrassing things

I fear people will stare at me

When I speak I get self-aware of the sound of my voice

Strangers and authority figures

I am afraid of people in authority

I avoid talking to people I don’t know

I have trouble making friends of my age

What to do with your results?

If your results are high in several areas, I would recommend you to talk to a
health professional about your struggles. Getting an official diagnosis can be a
huge relief and a professional could help you find solutions to your difficulties!