Social Anxiety Meetup of Austin (SAMOA) is made up of everyday people from all walks of life who just happen to be challenged to some degree with social anxiety disorder.  Social anxiety disorder is a persistent fear of one or more social or performance situations in which you are exposed to unfamiliar people or to possible scrutiny by others. You often fear that you will act in a way (or show anxiety symptoms) that will be embarrassing and humiliating.  If this is how you feel when you're aroun …

This group is for people in the Austin area living with any kind of anxiety or panic disorder. My name is David I was first diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and severe driving anxiety and panic disorder in 2003. I have been on 8 different medication and there was a time I worried and didn't see any relief in sight. I know how debilitating and horrible it can be. I have tried various programs, read numerous books, and seen 7 - 10 therapists over the last 10 years. I thought I was the w …

does this describe you: I am a respectful nice person that tries and tries to make friends but still unsuccessful in bonding with other human beings. Do you know that if people really got to know you they would think your great. Would you rather stay inside, watch tv and have a real conversation with a smaller group of people rather than go out to a club or bar. Then this club is for you I want to create a group for people that are generally good people but are a little misunderstood or have soc …