speaking), whereas for others, the social anxiety occurs in almost all social situations.
The experience of social anxiety is related to a number of common personality 
styles and traits including shyness , introversion , and perfectionism . People who are shy often 
feel uncomfortable in certain social situations, particularly when they involve interact -
ing with others or meeting new people. People who are introverted tend to be quieter 
and more withdrawn in social situations and may prefer being alone, compared with 
people who are extroverted or outgoing. However, introverted people are not neces -
sarily anxious or fearful when socializing. Finally, the trait of perfectionism is associated 
with a tendency to hold overly high standards for oneself that are difﬁcult or impossible 
to meet. Perfectionism can lead people to feel anxious in public for fear that other people