What are the symptoms of anthropophobia?

What are the symptoms of anthropophobia?

Many people with anthropophobia feel “anticipatory anxiety.” Anticipatory anxiety is dread, worry or fear about an upcoming event. With anthropophobia, people may worry excessively before being around other people. They may feel anxious about:

• Being judged by others.
• Being watched.
• Making eye contact.

This anxiety often causes physical symptoms. People may experience:

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath (dyspnea).
• Flushed skin.
• Nausea or vomiting.
• Rapid heartbeat or heart palpitations.
• Sweating.
• Tremors or shaking.