Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is pervasive among adolescents, often presenting as shyness or perfectionism but adversely affecting growth and development. Digital pressures such as social media and expectations around classroom performance exacerbate these fears, making social anxiety not only more widespread but also less identifiable. Early interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and gradual exposure techniques, have proven effective in treating SAD. If left untreated, the condition can persist into adulthood, hindering confidence and independence.
Registration for school events, mock interviews, and presentations has transformed as social media amplifies scrutiny, causing teens to fear being judged in ways never seen before.
Social anxiety interferes more than all of these occurrences in today's world, where everyone is so visible. If unrecognized, it can derail essential development milestones.
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