Symptoms of social anxiety

The symptoms of social anxiety are similar to those of any type of anxiety, and include:

• Racing or pounding heart beat
• Sweating, especially in the hands, feet and armpits
• Feeling lightheaded, dizzy or 'spaced out'
• Nausea or an inability to eat
• Unexplained fear
• Blushing
• Muscle tension that may lead to awkward movements
• Trembling, especially the hands or kneecaps