Talk:Extraversion and introversion

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Introversion (from Lat. Intros - "inside" and vertere - "seek") - a notion introduced by

. Causes may include abuse, bullying, bad experiences, low self-esteem or even self absorption and lack of proper social interactions.

Henjum (Henjum 1982) divided introverts into two main groups:

• Group A introverts are self-sufficient, confident, hard working, aloof and fond of classes that require introspection. They come with strong provisions.
• Group B introverts are shy, afraid of people and of doing things for others. They have low communication skills and like to be left alone.

• L.J. Francis: Faith and Psychology. London: Darton, Longman and Todd Ltd., 2005.
• M.O. Laney: introversion is a virtue.
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