Ailments & Conditions

Social Anxiety Disorder – Causes & Symptoms

Shyness

Shyness is often a part of your personality rather than a disorder. However, many people with this trait tend to be at a higher risk of developing a social anxiety disorder. This is especially more common in those children who are restrained, withdrawn, timid, and shy. However, make sure that shyness is not the same as a social anxiety disorder. Typically, shy people can still communicate and are willing to engage in some social situations. With some other environmental and cultural factors, these people are likely to develop some symptoms of the disorder. [3]