Do I Have Social Anxiety?

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Quiz Questions

1.
I am afraid of people in authority.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
2.
I am bothered by blushing in front of people.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
3.
Parties and social events scare me.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
4.
I avoid talking to people I don't know.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
5.
Being criticized scares me a lot.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
6.
Fear of embarrassment causes me to avoid doing things or speaking to people.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
7.
Sweating in front of people causes me distress.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
8.
I avoid going to parties.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
9.
I avoid activities in which I'm the center of attention.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
10.
Talking to strangers scares me.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
11.
I avoid having to give speeches.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
12.
I would do anything to avoid being criticized.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
13.
Heart palpitations bother me when I'm around people.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
14.
I'm afraid of doing things when people might be watching.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
15.
Being embarrassed or looking stupid is among my worst fears.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
16.
I avoid speaking to anyone in authority.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely
17.
Trembling or shaking in front of others is distressing to me.
- A.
  Not at all
- B.
  A little bit
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Very much
- E.
  Extremely

Quiz Outcomes

1.
None
Your test indicates you experience no social anxiety. Congratulations!
2.
Mild
Your test results indicate that you may experience mild levels of social anxiety on a daily basis. Some self-help and individual therapy may be especially helpful for you.
3.
Moderate
Your test results indicate that you may experience moderate levels of social anxiety. We recommend seeking individual and group therapy to help you get a handle on your anxiety and begin to feel more confident.
4.
Severe
Your test results indicate that you may be suffering from severe levels of social anxiety. Don't lose hope -- though recovery may take time and effort, you can find relief from your anxiety through specialized treatment.
5.
Very Severe
Your test results indicate you may be suffering from very severe levels of social anxiety. Extreme levels of anxiety can have long-lasting effects on your health and circumstances, so it's vital that you reach out for help. There is hope -- even those with severe social anxiety can recover with effective, specialized treatment.

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