An anxiety disorder that involves a fear of interacting with others or being in a social situation is called

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Social anxiety disorder is a specific anxiety disorder that is characterized by a persistent fear of social situations and interactions with others. Individuals with social anxiety disorder may fear being humiliated or embarrassed in social situations, and may avoid or endure these situations with intense anxiety or distress. Other anxiety disorders, such as panic disorder and agoraphobia, may also involve social anxiety as a component, but social anxiety disorder specifically involves a fear of social situations. Specific phobias are not necessarily related to social situations.

An Anxiety Disorder That Involves a Fear of Interacting with Others