Behavioral Symptoms
Under the effects of social anxiety disorder, you might act in some distinctive ways. For instance, it is likely to make decision based on avoidance and fear instead of actual desires, needs, or preferences. Many people with this condition often drop their classes so that they would stay away from a public speech or presentation. Similarly, office workers would turn down their promotion if it involves more social relationships. In more serious cases, their quality of life would be severely affected without relationships, jobs, or friends. Also, they tend to suffer from alcohol abuse or drug dependence. [11]
