Introverts are habitually perceived as being shy, antisocial even, and have gained a reputation for preferring solitude over the company of a noisy crowd. While it’s true that introverts find solace in being alone, this doesn’t happen for the reasons you might think.
According to doctor of psychology Perpetua Neo, it all has to do with brain chemistry.
Neo, who specializes in psychotherapy and coaching, told Business Insider that the difference between introverts and extroverts is biological and is connected to their sensitivity to dopamine.
Known as the “feel-good” chemical, dopamine is a neurotransmitter that helps control the brain’s reward and pleasure centers. Because introverts have a lower threshold of dopamine sensitivity than extroverts, they are more easily stimulated and get their dopamine “fill” faster. This makes them become more easily overwhelmed by highly stimulating social situations, such as a crowded party with lots of people and noise.
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