Everyone does say that laughter is the best medicine. Your
medications are just a supplement. Disclaimer: we are not
medical professionals- we cannot give you a diagnosis or
medication advice. Please speak to a health professional for
this. If you are in crisis please contact one of the hotlines on
our page. I’m not overwhelmingly familiar with social anxiety
disorder, but I *have* AvPD, so here goes: Social anxiety
disorder is defined as “an anxiety disorder characterized by
intense fear in social situations”, that, as a disorder, would
cause considerable impairment in daily functioning and personal
distress. It would surpass a feeling of discomfort in social
situations, and involve physical distress symptoms (dizziness,
nausea, palpitations, etc.), and can cause panic attacks. It is
commonly associated with fears (realistic or otherwise) of being
embarrassed or ridiculed in crowds. Avoidant personality
disorder is defined as “a pervasive pattern of social
inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, extreme sensitiv