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Immediate Social Rejection

social interaction Immediate

Being openly rejected, excluded, or dismissed in a social moment.

Onset
sudden
Duration
brief
Intensity
high
Typical States
4

Examples

Being cut off mid-sentence

Someone turning away when you approach

Receiving a dismissive response

Being excluded from a conversation

Common Contexts

Group settingsPublic interactionsRelationship momentsProfessional settings

Coping Strategies

Notice the emotional surge without acting

Breathe before responding

Question assumptions about intent

Seek clarification if appropriate

Warning Signals

Sensitivity to perceived slights

Anticipatory anxiety in social settings