Social Anxiety Disorder Self Test
 
The Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN) self test is a well-tested, reliable tool that screens for the symptoms of social anxiety disorder and helps patients and doctors in identifying the disorder. If you experience symptoms of social anxiety disorder, we encourage you to see your healthcare provider, because only he or she can make a diagnosis.

Please choose the answer that best describes how much the following problems have bothered you during the past week. Check only one box for each problem and be sure to answer all items.
 
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1.
I am afraid of people in authority.
2.
I am bothered by blushing in front of people.
3.
Parties and social events scare me.
4.
I avoid talking to people I don't know.
5.
Being criticized scares me a lot.
             
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6.
Fear of embarrassment causes me to avoid doing things or speaking to people.
7.
Sweating in front of people causes me distress.
8.
I avoid going to parties.
9.
I avoid activities in which I am the center of attention.
             
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10.
Talking to strangers scares me.
11.
I avoid having to give speeches.
12.
I would do anything to avoid being criticized.
13.
Heart palpitations bother me when I am around people.
             
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14.
I am afraid of doing things when people might be watching.
15.
Being embarrassed or looking foolish are among my worst fears.
16.
I avoid speaking to anyone in authority.
17.
Trembling or shaking in front of others is distressing to me.
 
             
 
 
 
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