Books Quote by Heather Moehn
““Because you are reading this book, you probably know that social anxiety has a large impact on your life. It creates problems in school, at work, and in your social life. It hurts your relationships with your classmates, teachers, family, friends, and coworkers. Social anxiety also makes it hard to have fulfilling friendships. You probably find it difficult to meet new people and may feel as though you aren’t very close to the friends you do have. You may think that social anxiety will improve once you graduate from high school, go to college, or get a full-time job. Unfortunately, in most cases, a change in circumstances will not change your social anxiety. A study done by developmental psychologists shows that decisions made by socially anxious teens set patterns for the rest of their lives. Adolescents who are reluctant to enter social situations will have difficulty with the activities required to become spouses, parents, and members of the working world.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Social Anxiety: A Guide for Teens, Heather Moehn, 2020
Social anxiety often persists beyond school years, shaping adult relationships and career success.
In simple terms: Social anxiety lasts into adulthood, affecting many life areas.
Recognize patterns early and seek help.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- high school
- college
- first job
- dating
- parenting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you break early social patterns?
- What support can you seek now?
Changing environments alone rarely cures anxiety.