SPIN

1. 1

   I am afraid of people in authority.
2. 2

   I am bothered by blushing in front of people.
3. 3

   Parties and social events scare me.
4. 4

   I avoid talking to people I do not know.
5. 5

   Being criticised scares me a lot.
6. 6

   I avoid doing things or speaking to people for fear of embarrassment.
7. 7

   Sweating in front of people causes me distress.
8. 8

   I avoid going to parties.
9. 9

   I avoid activities in which I am the centre of attention.
10. 10

    Talking to strangers scares me.
11. 11

    I avoid having to give speeches.
12. 12

    I would do anything to avoid being criticised.
13. 13

    Heart palpitations bother me when I am around people.
14. 14

    I am afraid of doing things when people might be watching.
15. 15

    Being embarrassed or looking stupid are among my worst fears.
16. 16

    I avoid speaking to anyone in authority.
17. 17

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

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Higher scores indicate greater symptom severity.