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social phobia

/ˈsəʊʃəl ˈfəʊbiə/

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/ˈsəʊʃəl ˈfəʊbiə/C1formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся интенсивным, устойчивым страхом быть осуждённым, наблюдаемым или униженным в социальных ситуациях, часто приводящее к избеганию социальных взаимодействий.

A medical condition characterized by an intense, persistent fear of being judged, watched, or humiliated in social situations, often leading to avoidance of social interactions.

  1. Social anxiety disorderB2formal

    A persistent and intense fear of being judged, negatively evaluated, or rejected in social situations.

    ruСоциофобия

    • His social phobia made it difficult for him to attend parties.
    • Therapy and medication can help manage social phobia.
    • She felt a surge of panic due to her social phobia during the presentation.