If you've ever felt awkward or uncomfortable in a social setting, you're certainly not alone. It's common to feel a little out of place when joining a new group or social scene. But if that discomfort ...

Social anxieties and shyness can degrade the quality of your life. Here are some cognitive and behavioral coping tools to live a social life that fits with your interests and temperament. Paul Simon ...

“All you have to do is smile, and say hello!” “Just go talk to them. They won’t bite.” “Stop overthinking everything.” This advice, of course, often comes from people who have little (if any) ...

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, ...

It’s difficult to spell out exactly what social anxiety feels like to someone that hasn’t experienced it. Social anxiety is an oppressive, constant fear of judgment or embarrassment in social ...

Jill Newby receives funding from the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), the HCF Research Foundation, and Perpetual Foundation.

Feeling nervous or overstimulated during what’s supposed to be a “fun” social situation isn’t unusual. Some people are just naturally shy. Others may experience signs of social anxiety—and the tricky ...

Feeling nervous is normal in certain social situations — public speaking, a job interview, or an awkward networking event. But if that nervousness makes everyday interactions difficult, you may be ...