[Eccentrics]

Hey there,

It is completely possible to have situation-specific social anxiety, I'm pretty certain performance anxiety is a phobia of its own! Anxiety is completely different for everyone so if it causing you distress don't think that just because you don't act a certain a way your struggling is not justified. However, do keep in mind that everybody experiences a certain level of social anxiety, so it may be that you fall within normal levels. Personally I don't consider myself a shy, withdrawn person and I always try to be really open and friendly when meeting someone even if I'm nervous, but I'm still diagnosed with social phobia and really struggle with it in most situations.

If you think that your struggles are getting in the way of your life and you need to address them, do consider seeing your GP about it. As others have said nobody here can diagnose you and this may be social phobia or just normal levels of social anxiety. Either way your GP will be able to give you advice on what to do and refer you to the right people, whether that be therapy, counselling or medication. :) If you're finding things tough - you're finding things tough - and you deserve help for it.

Take care <3
- Holly