Social phobias
Social phobias are the most common type of fear.
- They are considered an anxiety disorder and include excessive self-consciousness in social situations.
- Some people can fear being judged so much they avoid specific situations, like eating in front of others.
Up to one in 20 people have a social phobia.
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