what happens if you don't treat social anxiety
Left untreated, social anxiety disorder may run your life. Anxieties can interfere with work, school, relationships or enjoyment of life. Social anxiety disorder can cause: 1  Low self-esteem. 2  Trouble being assertive. 3  Negative self-talk. 4  Hypersensitivity to criticism. 5  Poor social skills. 6  Isolation and difficult social relationships.