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Shyness is a trait in which a person is hesitant to talk with people, to do new activities, to speak in front of people, etc.

Dr. Kat Kat reviewed this

33 years experience

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

Is Symptom of

Agoraphobia
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Avoidant personality disorder
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