Being shy, however, just characterizes a child’s approach to the world (especially new situations) and does not have to be seen as a negative. There are felt to be some benefits of this personality ...

As a little boy, one of my sons was extremely bashful. Talking to people, especially adults, was painfully embarrassing for him. At the end of his preschool year he proudly announced to my husband and ...

Does your child hide behind you at a family gathering, avoids eye contact with relatives or refuses to answer when spoken to? Shyness in children is common but for parents, it can feel worrying, ...

I felt my four-year-old grab my pants, her little arms circled tightly around my leg. She stared at the ground as I again asked her to “say hi to mommy’s friend.” My stomach clenched and I felt that ...

Is shy something you feel or something you are? According to a new study, it could be either. Whether shyness is part of your child's personality or just something they feel when they are in front of ...

Children come in all shades of personality. Some are the life of every birthday party, while others hide behind mum’s saree or dad’s jacket until they’re nally coaxed out. But when your child avoids ...

Kucker believes acknowledging the impact of shyness will help professionals ensure language assessments are more effective and provide a more comprehensive understanding of a child's linguistic ...

Your child seems to struggle connecting with others, and you are getting worried. She is quiet, often alone, and has a hard time making friends. You know research shows that shy kids are more prone to ...