Social Anxiety vs General Anxiety: What's the Difference?
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Hello! Social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) are both types of anxiety, but they have different focuses. Social anxiety is centered around fear or avoidance of social situations due to the worry of being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated. For example, someone with social anxiety might feel extremely anxious about public speaking or meeting new people. On the other hand, GAD is characterized by excessive and unrealistic worry about many aspects of life, not just social situations. A person with GAD might worry about their health, finances, or everyday situations even when there's no apparent reason for concern. In summary, social anxiety is primarily concerned with social situations, while GAD has a broader focus on various life aspects.
That's a great summary, thanks! I've also heard that social anxiety can be more situational, while general anxiety is more persistent. Is that accurate?
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