Definition:
A diagnosis of social anxiety disorder (SAD) may be designated as "generalized." The symptoms of people with generalized SAD are triggered by most social and performance situations.
Social Anxiety Disorder - Generalized
By Arlin Cuncic, About.com
Updated: May 07, 2008
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