I have suffered with terrible social phobia for many years, I believe as a result of not being socialised as a child. I am sooo affected by it. Recently, well, about 9 months ago there was an occasion where I honestly felt like I was going to wet myself. Since then Ive been reliant on incontinence pads for reassurance. I havent actually needed one ever (at least not as an adult) but it feels so degrading and plays on my mind a lot.
Any ideas how I can wean myself off them?
The fear is being face to face with anyone. Thats anyone including everyone I have to be face to face with every day to so much as exist.
Im described as an insightful articulate person by mental health professionals, but theyve never seen me in an open social situation. I suppose it could be worse, but then I need it to be better too. Its such a vicious cycle.