Topic > Causes of Social Anxiety - 1121

Whether it's emotions, feelings, or sometimes even actions. Most people with social anxiety constantly feel anxious or worried for no reason. Every time they go out in public they feel like the little things they do will be watched and judged by everyone around them. (How is that…?) Even just doing a simple task like selecting candy from a vending machine can be difficult and nerve-wracking. Some things that might be going through their mind are, “I hope this pays the bill…I don't want to look like an idiot struggling to get this thing in there.” Or: “I hope the change isn't too strong. I don't want to attract anyone's attention." When that change finally comes out, every coin that hits the bottom of the chip may seem as loud as a gunshot to them, but it's simply background noise to everyone else. Everyday simple things like going to the bathroom in public, talking on the phone, shopping, eating in public, and even asking a simple question are all things that are everyday problems for those with social anxiety (Healthline) The more concrete side of social anxiety has a what to do with the brain. The part of the brain that controls fear, the amygdala, is often overactive in those who suffer from social anxiety, which explains the constant fear of being judged or simply increased anxiety in everyday situations ( Social anxiety, chemistry