As compared to other people with social anxiety disorder, people with "performance-only" panic disorder are less likely to have experienced _____ during childhood.

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People with performance-only panic disorder are mainly anxious in situations where they are expected to perform or speak, such as giving speeches or presentations. This suggests that the anxiety is primarily related to a fear of judgment or negative evaluation. Shyness, which is characterized by social withdrawal and avoidance, is not necessarily a factor in performance-related anxiety. On the other hand, research has shown that childhood abuse and neglect are strongly associated with the development of social anxiety disorder. Panic attacks, while they can be a symptom of social anxiety disorder, do not necessarily differentiate between the two types of disorders.

As Compared to Other People with Social Anxiety Disorder, People