MHAB Social Anxiety Quiz 2025

Choose the thoughts of those with social anxiety. There are multiple answers.

• They're most likely talking about me.

• The class seems happy with my presence.

• They are laughing at my funny jokes.

• Everyone is looking at the stains on my pants.

Which of these behaviors drive social anxiety?

• Hyperactive, negative thoughts, and repetitive behavior.

• Depression, panic attacks, and meltdowns.

• Focusing attention selectively, having attention bias, and using safety behavior to cope with situations.

• Isolated, withdrawn, and quiet.

Which of these is NOT a sign or symptom of social anxiety?

• Sweating, school refusal, and refusing to leave the house.

• Shortness of breath, cold and numb hands, and heart palpitations.

• Terrified of being negatively evaluated and excessive feelings of uneasiness in social situations.

• Inability to stay still.

The term "Hikikomori" is known as

• Withdrawn Youth

• Unknown Youth

• Hidden Youth

• Shy Youth

Which of these DOES NOT fulfill the condition of Hikikomori?

• Withdraws into the house.

• Mental illness is the only primary cause.

• Does not participate in society for more than 6 months.

• Mental illness is not likely to be the primary cause.

Social anxiety is the only reason for long-term absenteeism.

• Yes

• No

School and Covid-19 are not the only factors contributing to social anxiety.

• Yes

• No

Which of these are functions of social withdrawal?

• Pursuit of Autonomy

• Safety

• Control

• Identity

• All of the above.

How to support students with social anxiety?

• To create a space where students feel

• Safe

• Accepted

• Empowered to share openly.

• All of the above.

Which of these help to create a safe space for conversations?

• Acknowledge their emotions, being genuine, respectful, empathetic, and warm.

• Reminding them constantly of their weaknesses, hoping that they can just push it through.

• Informing them on the importance of coming to school whenever they approach for help or to talk.

• Asking them, "What do you want?" when they approach you.