Do you think social anxiety should represented more in the media?

[Pamela]

Yes, it should be represented more. You could have many sympathetic characters with social anxiety disorder. I myself only became aware of it about 2 years ago, and still don't know how to handle it. I have two close friends with it, 12,000 miles away, Someday I hope to meet them, but don't want to make them uncomfortable.

Another thing: people with social anxiety don't seem to realize there is therapy for it, both medicinal and through psychotherapy. It doesn't turn them into robust, outgoing people, but it enhances the chance of meeting someone special, making more friends, and getting along at work better. That needs to be addressed, too.

But, yes, social anxiety is the hidden mental disorder, which is a shame.