Social introverts choose to spend their time alone. Whenever possible, they will make sure that they have the time they need for themselves. When they do socialize, they will do so with a very small group of friends. This is because social introverts are so comfortable in their own company that spending too much time with others emotionally drains them. 

Social introverts

An introspective introvert spends a lot of time thinking and contemplating. A person like this is always thinking about what they see and hear. Their inner world is rich and complex, they are extremely self-reflective and deep critical thinkers. Social dynamics are well understood by introspective introverts, and they are fully aware of the influence that they have on a certain situation. 

Introspective Introvert

An anxious introvert is a type of introvert who has trouble interacting with others, sometimes bordering on social anxiety. Individuals such as this one are driven by their perception of being unable to function in large gatherings. In many cases, anxious introverts decline invitations to social events because being around other people will cause them to feel anxious, not because they favor their own company. The impact of their previous interactions tends to worry them about their future experiences, leading them to see themselves in a low-esteem light. Breaking these negative thought patterns can be achieved through cognitive behavioral therapy.

Anxious Introvert

A restrained/inhibited introvert is a type of introvert who holds back and takes a little time to trust others before completely opening up to them but when they trust a person, they trust them for a long time. Though they usually enjoy meeting new people, they tend to be very selective when it comes to whom they befriend and choose to reserve themselves for whom they trust. Restrained/inhibited introverts also tend to think before speaking.

Restrained/Inhibited Introvert

It is common for introverts to show a few extroverted traits along with their introverted ones. Studies have shown that introverts often fall into one of the following four subtypes:

* Introspective introverts. 
* Social introverts. 
* Restrained/inhibited introverts.
* Anxious introverts.

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Introversion is a personality trait in which introverts tend to concentrate on their internal thoughts, feelings, and ideas rather than what is going on around them. Instead of being surrounded by large crowds or groups of people, they prefer spending time with one or two people. Similar to extraversion, introversion is an extensive personality trait that exists on a spectrum of behaviors and attitudes. In general, introverts are quiet, reserved, inhibited, and thoughtful. They tend to guard positive expressions, embrace skeptical views, and often work alone.

Introversion

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Types of Introverts Reference 

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Introversion vs. Shyness Reference

Types of Introverts

Shyness and introversion are different from each other. Shyness is an emotion, while introversion is a personality type. In social situations, particularly around strangers, shy people may feel uncomfortable, nervous, awkward, or have aversive physical reactions such as sweaty palms, elevated heart rate, or a stomachache. These aversive emotions and reactions that they feel when they attend parties or other social activities may push them away from social events. Introverts also tend to avoid social events, but they choose to do so because they feel more comfortable and energized being alone or with a few friends.

Introversion Versus Shyness

Introverts make up approximately a third to a half of the population. Even though introverts behave differently, many of their behaviors are similar. The following are behaviors done by introverts:

* Reflectiveness. 
* Self-awareness. 
* Dislike group work.
* Require quiet to concentrate. 
* Consider their options carefully before making a decision.
* Take comfort in being alone.
* Favor writing over talking. 
* Feeling exhausted after being in a crowd.
* Find their sanctuary in their own mind. 
* Daydreaming or implementing imagination to solve a problem.
* Not having many friends but being very close to the friends that they have. 

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) or SAPA tests can be used to find out if an individual is an introvert.

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