Hidden habits that make your social anxiety worse - and how to break them
Experts are offering advice to university students on managing social anxiety, a condition affecting over 20% of students that can lead to isolation and academic struggles. The article highlights common triggers and suggests strategies to break negative behavioral patterns.
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Addressing mental health in academic settings is increasingly recognized as vital for student retention and overall well-being.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Overcoming social anxiety can be tricky but experts have shared some tips to try and make it easier
Health correspondent Published 15 minutes ago It was during her teenage years that Mary began to become anxious in social situations. It got so bad she developed depression and had to have time off school.
By the time she started university, she avoided group settings altogether.
"I didn't join clubs and societies like others did," says Mary (not her real name). "I just thought nobody would want to get to know me. I didn't really make a single friend during my whole degree."
Mary's social anxiety was so bad that she was diagnosed as having social anxiety disorder - something that affects up to 12% of people , external at some point in their lives.
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