Do You Struggle With Social Anxiety? How Nootropics Can Help

With the weather warming up and many people excited to spend time together in person once again, it means that more and more social gatherings are being scheduled. Invitations to barbecues, graduation parties, and the like are something many are looking forward to receiving. However, if you are among those who struggle with social anxiety, the very idea of stepping out with other people can seem daunting or in some cases, even quite terrifying.

Did you know that social anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States? According to Mental Health America, about 7% of all American adults have social anxiety with symptoms typically showing up in childhood and carrying over into adulthood. If this is something you struggle with, know that you are not alone. 

What exactly is social anxiety? And are there nootropics for anxiety that could help? Keep reading to learn more!

Defining Social Anxiety

Social Anxiety Disorder, or as it is sometimes called ‘social phobia’, is an anxiety disorder where one has an extreme fear or anxiety in various social settings. Typically, most people fall into one of two categories:

• Non-generalized social anxiety:

 When someone has this type, they are typically only anxious or fearful in very specific social situations.

• Generalized social anxiety: 

This is when someone is fearful or anxious in any and all social situations. 

If someone has Social Anxiety Disorder, it might not always be extremely obvious to others. More often than not, they are internalizing their fears and emotions as they are too afraid to express them. 

If you think that you or a loved one might have social anxiety, there are a few signs and symptoms you can look out for:

• Fear of public speaking
• Guilt or shame
• Constant, nagging fear of being judged or criticized by others
• Increased or elevated heart rate
• Being extremely quiet around others

While this is not a comprehensive list, it can serve as a baseline for understanding a little more about social anxiety. 

A Chemical Imbalance

For many with social anxiety, they think that it is their fault and begin to develop self esteem issues because of it. They might even believe that it’s something that they have done wrong, or that they lack the necessary skills to have a functioning social life. Most of the time, this isn’t the case. In fact, for the majority of people with social anxiety, the root of the issue is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain.

Have you ever heard of GABA? To put it simply, it is one of the neurotransmitters in your brain that helps send messages back and forth to the rest of your body. It plays a very important role in keeping our anxiety in check, right along with dopamine, serotonin, glutamate, and norepinephrine. If the body lacks GABA, then it will not be able to properly send and receive messages. This is part of what contributes to anxiety. 

Nootropics for Anxiety

So how can nootropics help with anxiety? When it comes to nootropics, their job is to either increase or decrease something to help achieve the perfect balance. When nootropics help to increase GABA, on the other hand, it also works to decrease excitatory neurotransmitter levels.

When we have a heightened level of norepinephrine in our body, that is when we typically face the ‘flight or fight’ response. This leaves us feeling anxious, restless, and constantly on guard. It is easy to see why this would hinder participation in a social setting.

If you’ve ever spent any amount of time on the app TikTok, you’ve probably heard the sound bite ‘spare serotonin please’ paired with images of cute, adorable animals doing adorable animal things. This brings about a peaceful, serene feeling, just as the sound suggests. Serotonin is important for feeling calm, as it also helps to regulate norepinephrine levels.

When looking for the best nootropics for anxiety, here are some of the ingredients you will want to consider:

• Ashwagandha

This is a herb that has been around for centuries, originating from India, the Middle East, and various parts of Africa. It has long been used for its medicinal properties and ability to help put the body and mind at ease. Even when taken alone, it can be great for boosting focus, combating fatigue, restoring energy and yes, even helping with anxiety. For someone with social anxiety, this nootropic can be a game changer which is why we are proud to say that it is one of the primary ingredients in STACKS! 

• L-Theanine

This particular ingredient is famous for being primarily present in green tea. It is an amino acid that helps to increase alpha brain waves. These brain waves help to bring about a sense of wakefulness and clarity, sort of like when you meditate! Having a clear mind is essential for combating anxiety of any kind.

While green tea is a good source of L-Theanine, it is difficult to get a helpful dose just from the tea alone. That is why you should take it as a nootropics supplement! L-Theanine is one of the great, all-natural ingredients in STACKS.

• Bacopa Monnieri Leaf Extract Powder

Yet another great ingredient of STACKS is Bacopa Monnieri. This is one of the oldest nootropics in the world and dates back to use in ancient Eastern medicine. Not only does it have memory enhancing properties, but it can also work to improve focus by helping to quiet the mind and put a person at ease.

When Bacopa Monnieri is paired with Ashwagandha, like it is in our nootropics products, you are bound to yield the best anti-anxiety results. Alone, nootropics can do so much. However, when they are effectively combined together, they become a very powerful tool.

Conclusion

Every person with social anxiety has a unique experience with the disorder. For some, they might only have mild to moderate symptoms while for others, it may only come and go when faced with particular scenarios. If you struggle with mental health concerns, it is best to talk with your doctor or a mental health professional. 

That being said, for an all natural remedy, give STACKS Nootropics a try! With our 30 day money back guarantee, you can try our amazing product with no risk at all. Place your order today and see what exactly the power of nootropics can do for you!