Milica Nikolic: ’People who tend to be a bit shy - blushing, shy smiles - at the ’right’ moments, are considered ’cute’. However, extremely shy people are perceived as being ’weird’
Milica Nikolic: 'People who tend to be a bit shy - blushing, shy smiles - at the 'right' moments, are considered 'cute'. However, extremely shy people are perceived as being 'weird' - Extreme shyness likely emerges in very early childhood. Developmental psychologist Milica Nikolic is conducting research to determine how parents can prevent their children from becoming overly shy in later life. Extreme shyness can have a negative impact on both mental and physical health. Almost everyone has experienced it at one time or another: all eyes are on us - for example during a presentation at work - and we suddenly feel shy. It's a normal - and even useful - response: it helps those around us feel more connected to us on a human level. However, excessive shyness can be a real source of problems.
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