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Do I have social anxiety?
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https://barendspsychology.com/do-i-have-social-anxiety/
just shy? This page will give you the answer to that question:
Do I have social anxiety? Social anxiety is often mixed up with
shyness. But there are some differences: shyness is a personality
trait (social anxiety is not), and shy people don’t experience
the negative emotions and feelings that accompany social anxiety.
Social anxiety is classified as a significant amount of fear,
embarrassment or humiliation in social performance-based situations.
This definition may be a little confusing and therefore I created
the social anxiety quiz for you. No difficult scientific language,
but plain and straight forward questions. You can find the answer to
Do I have social anxiety by taking the quiz. Please note that for
a definitive answer to of the question do I have social anxiety disorder,
you need to make an appointment with a counselor. This quiz only gives you
an indication of the severity of your social anxiety and is based on
your answers. Thus no rights can be obtained from the results of this quiz.
At Barends Psychology Practice we offer (online) therapy for
social anxiety / social phobia. Contact us to schedule a first,
free of charge, online session. (Depending on your health insurance,
sometimes treatment can be reimbursed).
For more information about social anxiety:
Social anxiety / social phobia.
Social anxiety disorder symptoms.
Social anxiety safety behaviours.
Social anxiety disorder causes.
Social anxiety disorder treatment.
Overcoming social anxiety.
Interesting social anxiety disorder facts.
Online counseling for social anxiety.
Take me to the homepage.
Do I have social anxiety – Quiz!
Please read the question and click on the right multiple
choice option:
Not at all,
A little bit,
Kind of / quite,
Very Much or Excessively.
After completing the quiz you’ll get the quiz results immediately.
1) Blushing in front of others bothers me.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
2) Social situations or parties scare me.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
3) I avoid talking to strangers.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
4) I am afraid of authoritarian people.
Not at all
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Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
5) I avoid speaking to people or doing things because I am afraid to embarrass myself.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
6) It scares me a lot to be criticised.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
7) I avoid going to social events.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
8) Sweating in front of others causes me distress.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
9) Talking to people I don't know scares me.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
10) I avoid becoming the center of attention.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
11) I am bothered by a rapid heartbeat when I am around others.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
12) I avoid giving speeches.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
13) One of my biggest fears is being embarrassed or looking stupid.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
14) I always try to avoid being criticised.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
15) It distresses me when I am shaking or trembling in front of others.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
16) I avoid talking to authoritarian people.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
Excessively
17) Doing things while others may be watching scares me.
Not at all
A little bit
Kind of / quite
Very much
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Almost everyone has a period in their life in which he experiences feelings of sadness, emptiness or unhappiness. At these moments people prefer to stay at home in bed and cancel all appointments for the day. On such days, it is difficult to enjoy small things and to stay focused on a task for a while. These symptoms could be depression symptoms. ‘Depressive’ periods like these, vary per person in intensity (some people feel generally miserable while others suffer from severe depression symptoms) and duration (a few weeks to several years). Someone may experience some of the depression symptoms listed below mildly for about a year or two, while someone else may experience some of the symptoms severely for only a few months. Furthermore, for some people it is difficult to understand why they feel so sad, empty or unhappy. For many of us answering this why-question already takes too much energy. The depression symptoms easily overlap with several other illnesses, disorders or issues. Therefore professional therapists, psychiatrists and doctors carefully diagnose depression using these depression symptoms before they jump into conclusions and offer you ‘random’ treatments.
At Barends Psychology Practice, we treat various types of depression. Interested? Make an appointment for a first session now! Go to Contact us. (Depending on your health insurance, sometimes treatment may be reimbursed)
Quick jump-to menu:
Depression symptoms.
Depression differences between men and women.
When to see a doctor?
Depression causes.
Diagnosing Depression.
Treating Depression.
Different types of Depression.
Interesting facts about Depression.
How to cope with depression?
Mental disorders.
Online Counseling.
Take me to the homepage.
Depression symptoms
During such periods the depression symptoms occur most of the day and nearly every day and may include:
Feelings of sadness, emptiness or unhappiness
Outburst of anger, frustration or irritability, even over minor things
Loss of pleasure or interest in daily activities, such as making breakfast
or grocery shopping
Difficulty sleeping, sleeping too much or too little (insomnia)
Being tired all the time and lack of energy
Changes in appetite: often loss of appetite and weight, or sometimes increased
appetite and weight gain
Restlessness, anxiety or agitation: inability to sit still or excessive worrying
Slowed talking, thinking or body movements
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness, blaming yourself for things you are not
responsible for, fixating on previous failures
Trouble concentrating, focusing, making decisions and remembering things
Thoughts of death, suicidal thoughts and/or attempts or suicide
Unexplained physical problems, such as headaches
Please note that it is also possible for people around you to notice these depression symptoms in you or your behaviour. It can be difficult to analyse your own behaviour and feelings when you suffer from the depression symptoms. For the DSM-IV diagnostic criteria of depression, please read: diagnosing depression. In case you think you might be depressed, do not hesitate and Contact me for an appointment.
Some depression types, such as bipolar disorder, have different depression symptoms. Don’t forget to read about interesting depression facts.
Depression differences between men and women:
Men when depressed:
Cope differently with depression symptoms.
More often turn to alcohol or drugs.
More often become angry and irritable
More often become discouraged and frustrated.
Admit sooner: loss of interest in once liked activities.
Admit sooner: sleep disturbances, irritability and fatigue.
More often engage in reckless behaviour.
More often become a workaholic to avoid the depression topic at home.
Women
Depression is more common among women.
Delivery and menopause increase depression chance.
Admit sooner: feelings of sadness, worthlessness & guilt.
More often face additional stress of work and home.
Biological, hormonal and psychosocial factors may increase depression chance.
When to see a doctor?
If you recognize some of the above stated depression symptoms, make an appointment to see your doctor, psychologist or psychiatrist. You can also schedule a free of charge first online counseling session with the online therapist of Barends Psychology Practice.
Depression symptoms get worse over time. Untreated depression can lead to other physical and mental health problems, or cause problems in other areas of your life (work, social). Feeling depressed could even lead to suicide.
What can I do when I have suicidal thoughts?
Immediately reach out to a professional (doctor, psychiatrist
or psychologist) or a close friend or loved one. Schedule an
appointment with a professional and talk about your feelings.
Read more about suicide and depression.
For more information:
Depression causes.
Diagnosing Depression.
Treating Depression.
Different types of Depression.
Interesting facts about Depression.
Mental disorders.
Online Counseling.
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- Here you find answers to frequently asked questions. If, by any chance,
your question is still not answered, please don’t hesitate and send me
an e-mail or a text. I will answer your questions immediately.
-How many sessions do I need?
Usually eight to fifteen hourly sessions are needed for treatment, depending on the needs of the client. In more specific cases short treatment of two to five sessions could be sufficient. In case a client opts for long-term therapy further sessions over a longer period of time can be scheduled for a successful treatment. At the end of the first session we discuss the number of sessions you may need, without any commitment.
What does treatment involve?
This is different in every type of therapy. In CBT, ACT and ST it is common to have assignments and practise alone inbetween the sessions. During the sessions psycho-education is provided and we will practise using different techniques. In EMDR there are rarely any assignments and the therapist does not have to know all the details of the traumatic event in order for the therapy to be effective.
How will you treat my information?
Any information that you give to the therapist will be treated with respect and privacy. Information about the you is strictly confidential, and will only be disclosed to third parties with your written consent. Only the law can force a therapist to disclose information about you. I have to inform the authorities if I believe someone is risk of self-harm and you are not informing the authorities yourself.
I am struggling with something, but I am not sure I need therapy. What would your advice be?
Sometimes you struggle with something for a while and you do not know what to do, or who to turn to. A professional therapist may be able to guide you through your struggles and give you good advice on how to deal with this situation and similar ones in the future. If you feel like it, you can schedule me for a session. This is probably the first session and thus free of charge. Perhaps you only need that single session to be able to move forward.