The Link Between Social Anxiety and Dysphoria.
It is common to experience an increase in isolation from others when you struggle with gender dysphoria.
Especially if you have not yet started gender transition and feel increased sense of insecurity and lack of confidence.
As a result, you may start feeling as if you are developing social anxiety, a disorder characterized by an intense, persistent fear of being watched and judged by others.
And while it may feel very much like social anxiety, oftentimes it is simply a symptom of gender dysphoria.
Watch as I discuss this more in detail.