Carducci penetrates the many myths and mysteries surrounding shyness. Through compelling case studies, the latest discoveries, and self-help strategies and self-assessment quizzes, he helps to enlighten and encourage shy people who feel isolated and misunderstood. Explains the basic principles of shyness; discusses the physical, mental, and emotional expressions of shyness; and explores the biological, psychological, and societal roots. Traces the manifestations of shyness at different life stages. Outlines the challenges facing shy individuals in contemporary society. Also provides easy-to-implement strategies for shy people.
Discusses the effects of expanding the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)'s fourth edition on the psychiatric community, pharmaceutical companies, and the nation.
A Books on Prescription Title Overcoming Social Anxiety and Shyness is a self-help manual for this common problem, which explains why it happens and sets out practical methods of resolving it.
Provides advice for dealing with shyness, including how to determine shyness level, how to understand the reasons behind the shyness, and how to play up the mysterious nature of the shyness to intrigue others.
This visually engaging book offers simple exercises, real-world examples, and strategies for overcoming shyness.
Dr. Philip G. Zimbardo's ground-breaking studies have found that there are more than 84 million shy people in America today, including such "secretly shy" celebrities as Carol Burnett, Barbara Walters,...
Leading international researchers draw upon a variety of perspectives on the study of shyness and embarrassment, shame, blushing and self-consciousness.
Shy Facts Shy children are not destined to be shy adults. Shyness does not equal low self-esteem. Shyness is not a "disease," personality deficit, or character flaw. Humans aren't the only species to experience shyness.
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SUMMARY We have reviewed behavioral-genetic data that suggest that heredity influences individual differences in shyness perhaps more than in any other ... Personality differences and biological variations: A study of twins (pp. 21–51).
The book is the only one to provide an effective program for conquering childhood shyness.