Some bullies are just the shy type: New research shows a darker side to social anxiety disorder
Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 11:21
in Psychology & Sociology
When you think of people suffering from social anxiety, you probably characterize them as shy, inhibited and submissive. However, new research from psychologists suggests that there is a subset of socially anxious people who act out in aggressive, risky ways -- and that their behavior patterns are often misunderstood.