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20-question social anxiety quiz with an immediate result

Do you fear other people?

You’ve landed here because you want to do a social anxiety test. I suspect, then, you’ve become increasingly fearful of meeting or being around people in all sorts of situations.

And, if you’re in a relationship, doubtless you’re worried your anxiety is putting a strain on the relationship. You know it’s time to do something about it.

I’m so glad you’ve landed here to take a social anxiety test. Once you know what you’re dealing with, whether or not you suffer from a social anxiety disorder, you can figure out a solution.

How to know you have social anxiety

Taking the tests will also help you see you’re not going mad. Your symptoms are recognisable, and you’re not alone to be suffering from a social phobia.

The results of the social anxiety quizzes below will help you decide if it’s time to think about getting some professional help. 

Discover the symptoms of other people’s social anxiety

Tick the questions in this social anxiety test to discover what other people’s fears are.

Which situations do you fear most?
Being introduced to other people
Being teased or criticised
Being the centre of attention
Being watched while doing something
Meeting people in authority (‘important’ people)
Most social encounters, especially with strangers
Going around the room (or table) in a circle and having to say something
Interpersonal relationships, whether friendships or romantic
Other
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How to know if you’re suffering from social anxiety. Take this quiz.

Discover the answer to your question: “Do I have social anxiety?” by taking this social anxiety quiz

There’s no need to register or give your email address for this quiz – your results will be shown below the test immediately after clicking the Submit button.

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Are you suffering from social anxiety?

  1. Have you been feeling anxious or stressed about having to attend social gatherings?
  2. Are you doing all you can to avoid being the centre of attention? (E.g. avoiding public speaking, meeting strangers or eating with others etc.)
  3. Do you constantly worry about what other people might think of you?
  4. Are you avoiding developing yourself because you feel paralysed by the thought of stepping outside your comfort zone?
  5. Are there things you would love to be able to do if it weren’t for your anxiety?
  6. Do you feel your heart pounding and/or racing whenever you’re unable to get out of a feared situation?
  7. Do you start to worry about a social event days or even weeks in advance?
  8. Have you noticed that any symptoms of social anxiety you’re experiencing are starting to get worse?
  9. Do you worry that people will judge you for saying or doing the wrong thing?
  10. Do you sweat and tremble when you’re in a feared situation?
  11. When you can’t avoid going to a social gathering, do you often arrive with an escape plan already in place?
  12. Are you often worried that people will notice how anxious you’re feeling?
  13. Do you generally have low self-esteem?
  14. Is your social anxiety now affecting your work?
  15. Do you feel increasingly depressed?
  16. Are you feeling increasingly isolated?
  17. Are you avoiding more and more gatherings and activities?
  18. Has your anxiety lasted longer than 6 months?
  19. Have you started to self-medicate by drinking more and/or taking more prescribed or illegal drugs?
  20. Does your partner and/or people around you constantly undermine you?

Your score is:

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What are your social anxiety symptoms? Do the test

Discover other people's social anxiety symptoms by ticking the boxes with the symptoms that apply to you.

What are your symptoms?
Racing heart
Turning red or blushing
Excessive sweating
Dry throat or mouth
Trembling or shaking
Difficulty swallowing
Muscle twitches
Trouble catching your breath
Dizziness
Nausea
Can't think straight
Intense fear
Nervousness
Panic attacks
Inability to use a public toilet
Other
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8 resources to help you overcome (social) anxiety

  1. How to improve your self-esteem
  2. Emotional abuse signs
  3. Signs of an abusive relationship
  4. Anxiety for no reason
  5. Stages of alcoholism
  6. Getting the right (relationship) advice
  7. Mental health counselling
  8. Treatment for anxiety

A little help along the way

This free printable worksheet will give you something to aim for...

Free printable worksheet

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Source

“What Is Social Anxiety?” | The Social Anxiety Institute