Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) Self-Assessment (Quiz)

Mini-SPIN (Mini Social Phobia Inventory)[1]*

Please indicate how much the following problems have bothered you during the past week. Mark only one box for each problem, and be sure to answer all items.

Not at All (0) A Little Bit (1) Somewhat (2) Very Much (3) Extremely (4)
Fear of embarrassment causes me to avoid doing things or speaking to people.
I avoid activities in which I am the center of attention.
Being embarrassed or looking stupid are among my worst fears.

Even though these conversations with your doctor may be difficult, you may want to print this page out and use it as a potential conversation starter with your healthcare provider to aid in a psychiatric evaluation if warranted.

*This screen does not take the place of a physician's diagnosis. Patients are strongly urged to seek the advice of your physician or a qualified therapist prior to starting any new treatment or therapy or with any questions you may have regarding a medical, mental, or emotional condition.

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References:

  1. ^ Connor KM, Kobak KA, Churchill LE, et al. Mini-SPIN: a brief screening assessment for generalized social anxiety disorder. Depression and Anxiety. 2001;14:137-140.

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