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introversion
- introverts are drained by social encounters & energized by solitary, often creative pursuits
- many introverts socialize easily; they just prefer not to
- an introvert can be more empathic & interpersonally connected than his or her outgoing counterparts
- some introverts do enjoy companionship
Differential diagnosis:
- shyness
- social phobia
- avoidant personality disorder
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sign/symptom
References
- Psychology Today: Introversion
http://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/introversion