1. I am afraid of people in authority.^*

2. I am bothered by blushing in front of people.^*

3. Parties and social events scare me.^*

4. I avoid talking to people I don’t know.^*

5. Being criticised scares me a lot.^*

6. I avoid doing things or speaking to people for fear of embarrassment.^*

7. Sweating in front of people causes me distress.^*

8. I avoid going to parties.^*

9. I avoid activities in which I am the center of attention.^*

10. Talking to strangers scares me.^*

11. I avoid having to give speeches.^*

12. I would do anything to avoid being embarrassed.^*

13. Criticism or scolding hurts me terribly.^*

14. I am embarrassed to shake hands with others.^*

15. I avoid speaking to anyone in authority.^*

16. Trembling or shaking in front of others is distressing to me.^*

17. I am afraid of doing things when people might be watching.^*