Introversion vs Social Anxiety: Why the Difference Matters

Being quiet doesn’t always mean being anxious — and feeling nervous around people doesn’t automatically mean you’re an introvert.

Introversion and social anxiety are often mixed up, but they’re actually very different experiences. And confusing the two can lead to misunderstanding yourself — or getting advice that doesn’t really help.

In this Psych2Go video, we break down the key differences between introversion and social anxiety, why they’re often mistaken for each other, and why knowing the difference really matters.