Social comfort — when does ease tip into avoidance?
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A bit of nervousness before a presentation or a first date is universal. What's different about social anxiety is the intensity and the avoidance — fear strong enough to keep you out of things you'd otherwise want to do. This 3-question, science-backed check-in is a quick way to tell the two apart.
Common signs of social anxiety in adults
- Fear of being judged, laughed at, or embarrassed
- Avoiding social events you'd want to attend
- Avoiding things in front of others — eating, signing forms, speaking up
- Worrying days in advance about a social event
- Physical reactions before social situations — racing heart, sweating, nausea
- Avoiding eye contact or starting conversations
About this check-in
A short 3-question check-in for noticing patterns of social discomfort. Built and reviewed by our team. Free to use, free for you to take.
Informational only, not a medical diagnosis. If you're in crisis, see our crisis resources.