Science

Reading increases empathy and lowers stress levels, among other benefits — which are great reasons to stay home with a book!

For introverts, shutting our eyes for a while allows us to shut the world out for a while, too.

Introverts may dream more of past events, and have more vivid dreams, but extroverts get more restful sleep.

Introversion provided a buffer for dealing with a major life stressor, and even allowed people to come through it “better” than before.

Here’s how to tell which one (or ones!) you are.

When we carry our own emotions — plus those of others — it can simply be too much.

Experts explain why video calls are a special kind of hell for introverts.

It works even if you can’t physically go outside.

Loners are a species’ insurance policy during difficult times.

You will grow and change, as we all do, but you’ll always be an introvert at your core.