Why Do People Suffer from Anxiety During Social Interactions?

Imagine you're at a party and everyone is laughing, but you feel like you're the only one who's being watched. That’s social anxiety! It happens when our brain thinks we might be judged or embarrassed in front of others, just like being the center of attention in a classroom presentation. Sometimes it feels like your heart is pounding so loud that everyone can hear it. Social anxiety helps people avoid situations they think will make them look silly, but that’s only if they don’t learn to calm their brains down.