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 ...

Ever wonder how you can beat your shyness or your nervousness in a networking event? Not sure how to start a conversation or what to talk about? Well here we go through some tips and hacks to help you ...

Shy children are at greater risk, when compared to outgoing children, of being bullied, feeling insecure, having bouts of chronic sadness, giving in to peer pressure, and having anxiety. Source: Photo ...

Dear Eric: My granddaughter is extremely shy. Her brother, who is younger and a bit precocious, is not. So, most of the time, he “steals the show.” I’m not sure how to help instill confidence and as a ...

DEAR ERIC: My granddaughter is extremely shy. Her brother, who is younger and a bit precocious, is not. So, most of the time, he “steals the show.” I’m not sure how to help instill confidence and as a ...

Later years often bring more freedom and perspective, but shyness doesn’t always fade with age. The good news is that small adjustments in mindset and habit can make socializing easier. These 15 tips ...

CU-Boulder research adds to evidence that kids' hesitation to speak up does not indicate a lack of language ability Shy people, rejoice! A recent study by researchers from the University of Colorado ...