Introversion, Social Anxiety and Avoidant Personality, what is the difference?
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The content segments discuss the differences between introversion, social anxiety, avoidance, and antisocial behavior. Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes explains that antisocial behavior is a personality disorder characterized by manipulation and lack of empathy, while avoidance or a lack of desire to be social may stem from attachment trauma. Introversion, on the other hand, is a temperament trait that exists on a spectrum with extroversion. Introverts tend to be more drained by social interactions, not because they dislike others, but because they may be highly sensitive people (HSPs) who feel drained by the empathic nature of being around others. They may prefer to listen rather than engage in interactive discussions and find small talk tedious. Introverts can get exhausted in large groups but may still enjoy socializing in small doses. They value deep connections and tend to have a few close friends. Interruptions and chaos can be draining for introverts, and they prefer to maintain their focus. It is important to understand and accommodate the needs of introverts in relationships, as they may require planning and nurturing environments to minimize stress. Introverts and extroverts can complement each other in relationships, with extroverts having a broad range of interests and introverts excelling at diving deep into specific topics. It is crucial to distinguish between temperament and diagnosis, as temperament is innate and not something to be seen as wrong or right.
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