Might My Friend or Loved One Suffer from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)?

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

Please indicate how much the following problems have bothered your friend or loved one 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 her/him to avoid doing things or speaking to people.
S/he avoids activities in which s/he is the center of attention.
Being embarrassed or looking stupid are among her/his worst fears.

Even though these conversations may be difficult, your friend or loved one may want to print this page out so that they could use it as a potential conversation starter with their healthcare provider.

*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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