In crowds, at parties, meetings, get-togethers with friends, everyday interactions: social anxiety can show up as an unwelcome guest at any time. But why? Psychologist Fallon Goodman digs into the source of social anxiety, setting the record straight about this common condition with practical solutions to help you feel the most authentically "you" while out and about.
Fallon Goodman's TEDx talk explores the impact of social anxiety disorder and how it can prevent individuals from reaching their life goals.
Social anxiety can manifest differently in different people, and some may excel in social careers despite their condition. While some may struggle with intimate conversations, others may feel less anxiety performing in front of others.
Social anxiety disorder often precedes the development of mood and alcohol use disorders in adults, and early detection programs could be embedded in existing structures like schools and primary care settings.