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My story: Coping with social anxiety

Do you feel nervous or anxious when talking to others? Do you feel self-conscious and worry about what others think? Does social anxiety stop you from doing things and enjoying life? Everyone gets anxious. But sometimes anxiety can become a problem. It can be hard to know how to cope and where to get help.