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Registered: 08-24-2006
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Fri, 01-19-2007 - 2:34pm
Hi there, my name is Debbie and this is the first time being on this board.
I have social phobia and find it hard doing things that require meeting new ppl and speaking in front of several ppl i'm not comfortable being around. SO basiclly, i'm afraid of ppl .
lol
Anyways, just thought i'd introduce myself
- D
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Registered: 01-31-2004
Fri, 01-19-2007 - 2:52pm

Hi Debbie-))

        
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Registered: 03-25-2003
Fri, 01-19-2007 - 3:16pm

Hi Debbie,


I too have suffered with some social anxiety in the past, still hits me once and awhile, but for the most part I am getting buy.

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Fri, 01-19-2007 - 3:21pm

Hi, Debbie! Welcome to our caring community! You are NOT alone. We have many folks with social anxiety/phobia.


iVillage has tons of info about this disorder & ways to cope more effectively with it. http://emotional.health.ivillage.com/anxietydisorders/socialanxietydisorder.cfm
Also, when you come on the board, if you scroll down you will find a folder *coping tips & tricks* that has tons of info on ways you can teach yourself. Please make sure you click on the *more* button @ the bottom of each page. There are several pages! Building confidence is possible. Reminding yourself that you are *ok* & that YOU matter as a person will assist you in putting your best foot forward. Seeking professional help through therapy & perhaps medication are options that have been used successfully by many ppl here. This doesn't mean you're crazy or that you need to be in treatment forever.


We'll be glad to support you in your quest

 

 


 



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Registered: 03-22-2003
Fri, 01-19-2007 - 5:01pm

Hi Debbie & welcome to our board!

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 08-24-2006
Sat, 01-20-2007 - 12:19am
Hi Amy, :)
My son is 3 years old.
I think i've had my social phobia my whole life (i would cry if i was with ANYONE but my mom wheni was a baby. and didnt like being without her growing up) i just recently realised (past couple of years) that i have social phobia, but now that i know i have it, i know i've had it for a very long time. I don't take medication or go to counselling. Not because i don't want to, but ijust can't bring myself to do so.
thanks for the welcome :)
- D
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Registered: 08-24-2006
Sat, 01-20-2007 - 12:22am
that is my biggest hurdle. meeting new ppl.
Growing up i used to always say "i hate people"
i think it's because i always thought they were judging me so i formed a dislike to everyone i met lol. i now know that's not true, but sometimes it's still hard.
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iVillage Member
Registered: 08-24-2006
Sat, 01-20-2007 - 12:26am

Hi Jan,
thank you so much for you wonderful welcome. I will definately check out the tips and tricks, cuz i can sure use them lol.

My handle lol .. i have a 3 year old that watched a show called george shrinks. It's about a 5 inch tall (or something like that) little boy lol. It's a cute show. Anyways,there's a cat on the show with the name sparkle tangerine. I thought it was cute and i started using it as my handle on the boards at ivillage (it used to be mommyd)

Thank you again and hope to talk soon!
- D

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Sat, 01-20-2007 - 2:30pm
I just wanted to say, Debbie, that I have felt as if others were judging me, too. I know my self-esteem is a little low @ times. To get a boost, I read the posts on the Self Esteem Support board. Here's the link:
 

 


 



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Registered: 05-27-2003
Sat, 01-20-2007 - 9:14pm

hi there,


welcome to the board.


i have panic disorder and GAD, and consequently have a social phobia as well.


i have found this board to be a great source of support.


nice to meet ya:)

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Sun, 01-21-2007 - 9:57pm

Heather ... how are YOU doing?

Sheri Ann