Posted by Deneb on October 10, 2005, at 16:25:34
In reply to social anxiety (maybe?), posted by alexandra_k on October 10, 2005, at 7:23:09
> But... The anxiety is also enough to prevent me from seeking out social situations. And being more reclusive then is probably good for me...
That to me indicates some social anxiety. I think a lot of people experience some social anxiety and it is normal, but it is when it starts interfering with life that it is a problem.
I don't seem to experience that much actual anxiety on a day to day basis myself. I tend to avoid the things that lead to anxiety. I'm pretty sure I have an avoidant personality disorder on top of my borderline personality.
> It also interfeares with little things. Not offering to pour someone a drink because I start to feel afraid that I'll spill it or something. Having trouble making conversation because I'm worried about chewing.That sounds like classic social anxiety to me. A lot of people with social anxiety have trouble eating in front of other people. I think that cognitive behavioural therapy is supposed to be good for treating social anxiety, but a lot of people with it don't get treatment because of their social anxiety! I know that my social anxiety keeps me from seeking help until it is absolutely unavoidable.
> And over-analysing things so as to turn innocuous phrases or even compliments into back-handed insults severe criticisms. To the point where I feel fairly upset and can tell that I've lost my judgement...I sometimes over analyze things too. It's an "I can't stand it, I can't stand it!" type of feeling. It leads to bad things. I can remember stuff that that from a long time ago. It's weird how I can never remember the good things!
Deneb
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