Is it normal that im scared of going in public or meeting new people?

When someone asks me to meet their friends or join them to go to the mall im scared and refuse. It makes me lose friends because i never want to meet more people or do things in public places. Can i have a social anxiety disorder?

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Based on 41 votes (21 yes)
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  • KeepsakeDoll

    Go somewhere with someone you feel comfortable with. Take a chance.

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  • CHDE

    I have that problem but it's getting less in my way now.
    Do something different, out of your comfort zone at least once and stay away for a long time to give you rest then do it again. You'll wait less and less the more you do it.

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  • disthing

    I often feel quite anxious about this too, especially with new people. So I understand your situation.

    Practice makes perfect, though - this goes for social interaction and confidence, too. The more you put yourself in these situations, the more comfortable you become with them.

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  • seakelp

    You can, and in your case, do have some sort of anxiety disorder. Talk to a therapist.

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