People who have a/an ______ are afraid of being evaluated in some negative way by others,so they tend to avoid situations that can be embarrassing.

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Social phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder, is characterized by a fear of social situations where one might be scrutinized, judged, or embarrassed in front of others. This can lead to avoidance of various situations, such as public speaking or attending parties, that could trigger these fears. Agoraphobia involves a fear of open spaces or places where escape may be difficult, specific phobia involves fear of specific objects or situations (such as spiders or heights), and interactive phobia (also known as performance anxiety) involves fear of situations where one is being evaluated or assessed, such as taking exams or giving a presentation. However, social phobia specifically relates to fear of negative evaluation and embarrassment in social situations.

People Who Have A/an ______ Are Afraid of Being Evaluated