Social phobia is a health condition where social interactions cause irritational anxiety and fear in a person. It affects the work and daily activities of a person. It is managed by learning stress reduction skills, doing physical exercise regularly, taking good sleep, balanced diet, and participating in social situations with whom you feel comfortable. Do not think and be worried about what other people think about your work.
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I have low self-confidence and low self-esteem while dealing with people. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have low self-confidence and low self-esteem while dealing with people. I become nervous and start sweating. I think I suffer from social anxiety. I am afraid of interacting with my friends, especially girls. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Fear and avoidance of social situations can be a part of your personality. The more you avoid, the worse your fear can get over you. I suggest you have at least one close friend with whom you can confide in your... Read Full »
What are the causes of self-doubts and lack of self-confidence, and how to get rid of it?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a lot of self-doubts and feel like I am being watched. I am scared to move into the city and also fear boys. I always feel insecure that someone might find fault in my acts while listening to class with a strength of 200. I have low self-esteem and self-confidence. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, Thanks for raising this query. The problem you described affects about 5% of the general population, and most of them never know whether any help is available. Many of them do not admit and confide it to others. You were thinking of what others to think ab... Read Full »