Karnal, (Social Phobia): Nowadays youth in Karnal are often considered introvert or less talkative, but doctors say that in many cases it is a mental disorder called social phobia. Every day, 10 to 15 youth come to the mental illness OPD of the District Civil Hospital, who feel nervous among the people. discomfort Feel or feel afraid to talk.
According to psychiatrist Dr. Saubhagya Kaushik, people consider it to be shyness or temperament, whereas it is an anxiety disorder. Such youth stay away from the crowd or stage and shy away from speaking in class. If it is not treated, it can lead to depression. Due to the influence of social media, youth are active online, but avoid interaction in real life. Despite spending hours on Facebook and Instagram, they shy away from communicating in real life. The virtual world is weakening them instead of making them stronger.
Dr. Santosh told about the counseling process that first the patient’s words and behavior are understood. Exercises, relaxation techniques and behavioral therapy are then used to increase self-confidence. Gradually they are prepared to face fearful situations. The support of family and friends is most important. Instead of criticizing, give reassurance and involve them in social activities, it proves helpful.
According to Dr. Saubhagya Kaushik, the pressure of showing a perfect life on social media and constant comparison is making the youth mentally broken. During counselling, it was revealed that they hesitate to speak because they fear that the other person will take their response negatively. It is wrong to call yourself an introvert and consider yourself normal. Recognition and timely treatment is the first step towards mental health. Otherwise, silence undermines self-confidence and youth fall into the trap of fear.
Introversion is a normal personality type that is happy in small groups or alone, whereas social phobia is a mental disorder. Such people want to connect but are unable to do so due to fear, which leads to despair and loneliness.
Feeling nervous or sweating when in a crowd or meeting new people, voice trembling or face turning red while talking, lack of self-confidence and preferring to be alone, repeatedly thinking about what people will think, fear of becoming the center of attention and hesitation in looking into the eyes.
