Social anxiety has a dark side that looks nothing like shyness - PsyPost
health 2026/02/01 11:16:02

Social anxiety has a dark side that looks nothing like shyness - PsyPost

Source:PsyPost
Author:Eric W. Dolan

Scientists have identified three distinct profiles of social anxiety in adolescents. One surprising group manifests fear of rejection through aggression and grandiosity rather than avoidance, highlighting the complexity of teen mental health.