Almost everyone feels anxious in at least some social situations, but the major difference between shy and not-shy individuals is that
A) they label this anxiety differently.
B) shy persons believe that external situations cause their feelings of shyness.
C) not-shy persons believe that social anxiety is a lasting personality trait.
D) shy persons are wrapped up in their private self-consciousness.

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Shy and not-shy individuals experience similar levels of anxiety, but they label and interpret this anxiety differently, affecting their behavior and self-perception.

Almost Everyone Feels Anxious in at Least Some Social Situations