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Struggle with the spotlight or just shy? We'll help you unpack that knotty question and more, offering a roadmap to understanding the twists and turns of social anxiety disorder. With a dash of humor to lighten the load, we share candid tales from our own lives,  revealing how these personal vignettes illuminate the broader psychological concepts. We also delve into how societal norms can exacerbate or mask symptoms, and we dissect the critical six-month marker that separates fleeting worry from a diagnosable condition.

Our conversation doesn't stop at social fears; it expands to the spectrum of anxiety disorder and autism. As we explore the landscape of these conditions, we highlight the signature worries of generalized anxiety disorder and the unique social and behavioral patterns seen in autism, painting a picture of how these challenges arise from within rather than external pressures. We break down the expected age of onset for these disorders and offer insights that not only prime you for acing exams but also deepen your compassion for those living with these often invisible struggles. Tune in for an episode that's as informative as it is heartfelt, guiding you through the complexities of mental health with knowledge and empathy.

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