Shyness is “the tendency to feel awkward, worried, or tense during social encounters, especially with unfamiliar people,” as per the American Psychological Association. “Severely shy people may have ...

First, if you never learn anything else from this blog, remember this: People who are socially inhibited, shy, or are afraid to socialize, are not “antisocial” as popular culture calls them.

As a personality trait, shyness probably ranks as one of the more benign characteristics that someone can possess, but new research suggests that at least some forms of shyness may have violent, and ...

This New York Times feature cleverly captures the struggles adults face when they still deal with stuttering—the mental and everyday challenges that come with it. Watching the video of John ...

It's normal to feel apprehensive about giving a speech or meeting someone new. But when those butterflies become an aching heart, racing mind, and a frantic desire to stay away from people altogether, ...

Your child seems to struggle connecting with others, and you are getting worried. She is quiet, often alone, and has a hard time making friends. You know research shows that shy kids are more prone to ...