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15yo and dealing with Social Anxiety

User Profile: cherishedMagic7425
cherishedMagic7425 September 9th
Hi everyone,

I’m 15 and I’m dealing with Social Anxiety . It has been really tough lately, and I haven't been able to get any support offline. That is why I am here—I am hoping to find friends online who are dealing with the same problem and understand what it's like. Thanks for reading!🌿


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User Profile: navymangos
navymangos September 11th

@cherishedMagic7425

Hi im 16 and also have trouble with social situations. Its really hard to go outside your comfort zone or just be outside in general - but we can do it, stay strong and oppertunities and love will come your way!

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User Profile: cherishedMagic7425
cherishedMagic7425 OP September 11th

@navymangos, thanks for support. But u know what is the second biggest challenge? Its to get support from the people around u i am so happy that i found out this platform to share my experiences with the people who are suffering from the same problem.

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cherishedMagic7425 OP September 11th

When I found out that I have Social Anxiety Disorder, it was just 6 months ago. And when I got to know that there is something wrong with me, it was in 7th grade. So, I had just started giving speeches in 6th grade, and every time I got onto the stage, my brain flooded my body with fight-or-flight responses like sweating, blushing, tightness in the chest, trembling hands and feet, dizziness while giving speeches, my mind going completely blank, panting, etc. And before speeches, I faced digestive issues like indigestion and nausea, but I still got up and went to the stage. At that time, I usually memorised 2-minute speeches and delivered them. And I gave 10 to 12 speeches and self-introductions etc., but the symptoms were the same every time. But at that time, I had shyness + social anxiety, so by giving repetitive speeches, my shyness was cured, but not the social anxiety. It was still there as it was before. In 7th and 8th grade I gave them, but nothing changed. Every time, the anxiety was the same. But in 9th grade, teachers started taunting me, and in 7th, 8th, and 9th grade I was bullied, which worsened my anxiety and decreased my self-esteem. And now I am here in 10th grade. I gave a presentation this year and it was a mess, and then I cried for the whole night and denied doing it again because I knew I can't memorise a 5-minute presentation and ignore the thoughts that everyone is judging me for the whole 5 minutes. So now, I usually skip speeches and presentations until my CBT.
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User Profile: generousWatermelon6482
generousWatermelon6482 September 17th

Bro literally we are same Iam going through same situation but you do better than me

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User Profile: cherishedMagic7425
cherishedMagic7425 OP September 17th


@generousWatermelon6482 Thanks man! I thought I was the only one who has this type of problem, but I didn't know there are so many people going through it.

Right now, I am just looking for friends who have the same problem and can understand each other better than society does. If you want to chat, please DM me to share experiences.

I would really love to share my experiences and obstacles with someone who actually understands it.


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User Profile: generousWatermelon6482
generousWatermelon6482 September 17th

Bro I want to dm you but there is no option how I can dm you

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User Profile: courageousSugar2740
courageousSugar2740 September 17th

@generousWatermelon6482 ahh so as u are a member you can go to community then there u will find a option as browse all listeners (on my laptop screen it is right in front of me no need to scroll ) then you can easily scroll down or copy and paste my name then click on chat now

User Profile: cherishedMagic7425
cherishedMagic7425 OP September 17th

@generousWatermelon6482 courageoussugar2740 is my members account and please follow that way to reach there easily


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User Profile: generousWatermelon6482
generousWatermelon6482 September 17th

Your not show there

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User Profile: courageousSugar2740
courageousSugar2740 September 17th

@generousWatermelon6482 then copy and paste my listeners name ( cherishedMagic7425 ) there in the type name or issue box at the top

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User Profile: AReine
AReine September 11th

@cherishedMagic7425 Hello ! Thanks for reaching out. If you need anything don't hesitate to message me. 

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User Profile: cherishedMagic7425
cherishedMagic7425 OP September 17th

@AReine Thanks. Do you also have social anxiety disorder?

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User Profile: AReine
AReine September 17th

Hi ! Honestly i don't want to diagnose since i am not a doctor but i think it's more with avoidance issues.

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