Comments on: Can Timidity or Shyness Lead to Mental Illness?

By: Dan Kingery

Dan Kingery — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:37:44 +0000

Or it may be in some cases, such as mine, that people don’t recoginize these thoughts as irritional but for what they are….the truth. In this society, we are judged and accepted by our looks and if you don’t fit the mold, no amount of drugs or psycobabble is going to change that fact. Accecpting who you are, even if it’s not all that comfortable, is more fulfilling than conning yourself into thinking you could have been or should be something you’re not.

By: nita

nita — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:41:54 +0000

Great article.
I think shyness is usually caused by a delicate nervous system, extra sensitivity to stimuli and feelings and an above average intelligence or creative ability. I suppose lack of confidence and anxiety can be the end result but I don’t believe it is the cause. It’s too bad we don’t find out what it is these kid’s think and feel at a young age. I bet some incredible creativity could be fostered there. We could learn so much starting at the beginning instead of the end.