Is it social anxiety or autism?

Question

Asked for Female, 26 Years

Since childhood, I hide in my room when there's guests. I remember doing it when I was 4. Now I'm 26 and still doing it. When I was younger, people on my school tryed to talk to me and I just complet ignored them. What is wrong with me?

Answers (1)

20000+ health queries resolved in last month

Articles you may like

5 Tips To Deal With Social Anxiety

Dr.Rakhi Anand(PhD)

Humans are inherently social beings. We need and desire interactions and relationships with others. However, sometimes e ... Read more

4

5 Signs That Can Help You Identify Anxiety Disorder

Dr.Vasavi Samyukta Sunki(PhD)

Anxiety is a very normal emotion, which gives rise to feelings of nervousness every now and then. An anxiety disorder is ... Read more

24

In the Grasp of Anxiety - When Worrying Has Become a Disorder

Ms.Pallavi Tomar

Everyone is familiar with anxiety.It may pop up as a feeling of unexplained apprehension, or a flood of constant worryin ... Read more

31

Busting 5 Myths About Autism

Nidhi Sanghvi

It is 2022. It can be safely said that the world is more aware and sensitised about several issues than it was even 10 y ... Read more

1

Social Anxiety Disorder

Dr.Sharmila Majumdar(PhD)

Main navigationSocial Anxiety Disorder VideosSocial Anxiety and Alcohol AbuseSymptomsTreatmentIt’s the extreme fear of b ... Read more

5

8 Ways to Manage Your Anxiety Better, Now!

Ms.Pallavi Tomar

Anxiety can be a helpful, healthy emotion, but when it spurs out of control it can be especially difficult to deal with. ... Read more

156

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Mr. Senthil Kumar Psychologist 9 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Mr. Senthil Kumar

Psychologist 9 yrs exp Bangalore

Consult Now

Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help. Yes, you are right. Your symptoms are sign of social anxiety. As you have developed such impression since childhood, you need to undergo certain behavioral therapies, self therapy, few lifestyle changes to overcome. Better consult a psychologists to do a detailed assessment and identify a suitable solution that you can follow.

Next Steps

Feel free to reach out to me online through Practo for further detailed evaluation and suitable solutions. Be confident. You will be alright soon.

Answered

Let others know if this answer was helpful

Was this answer helpful?

YES NO

Download FREE Practo app

Is it social anxiety or autism? With me?

Answers (1)

Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE