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Understanding Social Anxiety


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When I am experiencing some depression and anxiety it is very difficult for me to be assertive. This factor has been causing me many problems at work where I am expected to work better on relationships.
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Hi Vincenza... nice to "see" you :o)   I have to answer your question with a question... how has the anxiety and depression not caused problems in relationships?  It's all pervasive.  It just makes everyone miserable.  Definitely effects communication and intimacy. Sometimes, I resist talking about my depression with my spouse because I feel that it is MY personal issue and has nothing to do with him.  I especially resent his trying to "fix" me.   But am starting to realize it is selfish and destructive to the relationship to completely shut him out.  I am relieved that we are getting some help with this now.
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Members,

As we’ve seen before, depression and anxiety can result in many other issues. First, for a number or reasons, being depressed or anxious can cause people to withdraw from interacting with others. In fact, social withdrawal is a common symptom among those with anxiety or depression. Other symptoms such as low mood, irritability, anger, lack of sleep, lack of concentration can also cause you to have problems in your personal relationships.

What problems have your anxiety or depression caused you in your relationships?


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