Why Is Personal Space So Important?

Why Is Personal Space So Important?

“Excuse me, you are in my personal space.” A statement that someone may make as a punchline for a joke, or otherwise, it is a barrier that is not taken too seriously. Sure, we all have an understanding of what personal space is—it’s self-explanatory. But why does it...
How Fear Plays a Role in Social Anxiety

How Fear Plays a Role in Social Anxiety

Think about the last time you walked into a social setting where you did not know anyone very well. You probably felt a bit nervous and on edge. This is an example of what people with social anxiety feel in almost every social setting. You may think that social...