Social Anxiety

I have recently been diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder. It took me 16 years to finally get the courage up to go ask for help. Anytime I would try to I would feel like I was on fire and would just tear up in embarrassment. I have been like this ever since I can remember. When I was in preschool and elementary school I would never go to friends houses unless my big brothers came with me. I still would rather them be with me! I would get very very anxious to talk to new people or go to parties. I never knew why, and I was always very frusterated with myself. I did not understand how all my friends could just get up and talk to a big group of people or go to concerts with people because it was so difficult for me to do. I have a lot of trouble at school because I always feel like I'm being judged by not only students but some teachers. Anxiety sometimes takes over my life because I get so anxious I dont go to social events such as concerts, parties, and even school. Now I am aware of what my problem is so I can take steps to try to make it better, but it is really hard and discouraging when people think it is made up and doesn't really matter. This is why I really want more and more people to be educated and raise awareness, and accept it so others can be brave enough to get help.