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Social anxiety disorder affects approximately 15 million American adults and involves.The defining feature of social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia, is intense anxiety or fear of being judged, negatively evaluated, or rejected in a social or performance situation. Typically, the onset of social anxiety disorder is first seen during the teenage years. Although individuals diagnosed with social anxiety disorder commonly report extreme shyness in childhood, it is important to note that this disorder is not simply about shyness. Many people with social anxiety disorder also experience strong physical symptoms, such as a rapid heart rate, nausea, and sweating, and may experience full-blown attacks when confronting a feared situation. Although they recognize that their fear is excessive and unreasonable, people with social anxiety disorder often feel powerless against their anxiety. But social anxiety disorder doesn’t have to stop you from reaching your potential. Treatment can help you overcome your symptoms. ADAA offers a variety of helpful resources including: