Social anxiety check (Mini-SPIN)
How much have the following problems bothered you during the past week?
This check uses the Mini-SPIN — a 3-question screen for social anxiety disorder derived from the full SPIN questionnaire.
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Common questions
What is the Mini-SPIN?
The Mini-SPIN is a 3-question social anxiety test derived from the 17-item Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN). A score of 6 or higher suggests possible social anxiety disorder.
Is the Mini-SPIN a diagnosis?
No. It's a screening tool. Only a licensed clinician can diagnose social anxiety disorder.
What's the difference between shyness and social anxiety?
Shyness is a personality trait. Social anxiety disorder involves intense fear of embarrassment or judgment that leads to avoiding social situations and interferes with work, school, or relationships.
What helps social anxiety?
Therapy — especially CBT with gradual exposure — works very well. Medication can help too. Most people improve significantly.
Who made the SPIN?
Drs. Kathryn M. Connor, Jonathan R.T. Davidson and colleagues. Free to use.
The Mini-SPIN was derived from the SPIN by Connor et al. Free to use.
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