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Does Life Make You an Introvert, or Is It in Your Genes?

Here’s what really makes someone an introvert — and how your own personality might be shaped.

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You Get More Introverted With Age, According to Science

We all become more introverted as we get older, even the most extroverted among us.

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The Science Behind Why Socializing Drains Introverts

If you’ve ever felt exhausted from socializing, there’s a very real reason — it has to do with our unique wiring as introverts.

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Why Introverts Excel at Reading Body Language

While extroverts might get caught up in the moment and might miss subtle signs, introverts take their time to think and notice details.

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The Science Behind Why Introverts Find Writing Easier Than Talking

Many introverts are naturally gifted writers. So why do they often clam up or draw a blank when speaking out loud?

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The Science Behind Why Introverts Need Alone Time

The same things that motivate and energize extroverts can feel tiring and annoying to introverts, such as a big party.

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Do You Both Love and Hate Socializing? You Might Be an Introvert

Here’s why introverts can simultaneously cherish their friendships and find social interactions exhausting.

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An introvert with “hangxiety”
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Why Introverts Might Be More Prone to ‘Hangxiety’

Hangxiety is when you feel extra anxious after drinking alcohol, on top of the usual hangover symptoms.

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Why Introverts Might Struggle to Put Their Thoughts Into Words

Introverts often find it hard to quickly express their thoughts, but this isn’t a flaw. It’s their brains diving deep.

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Mental Health Benefits of Spending Time Alone as an Introvert

The more you realize that spending time alone is something to embrace, not be ashamed of, the more you’ll reap its benefits.

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