Your friends can’t agree on whether you’re quiet or outgoing—and that contradiction may actually reveal your hidden strength.

American doctor Rami Kaminski has made a case for otroversion - an alternative personality trait for people who don't tend to fit the mould.

We often think we know ourselves well. However, many of us live without truly understanding our own personality, preferences, or dislikes. I, too, believed that my outward persona—the "bright and ...

For many young people, embracing their temperament type is a way to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and others.

The Nation's Report Card was released for 12th grade math and reading, along with 8th grade science. Scores dipped across the board, following a decade long decline. The nation's 12th graders got a ...

In my experience, leaders of large companies tend to be outgoing. They like to work with and through others, and feed off the energy of others. That’s why, the first time I met Richard Branson, I ...

Psychology Today's online self-tests are intended for informational purposes only and are not diagnostic tools. Psychology Today does not capture or store personally identifiable information, and your ...

Young children are often outgoing and like to tell people stories about themselves. Even if your child does not reach out to a stranger, someone might approach him. It is crucial to educate your child ...

This essay first appeared in the NPR Music newsletter. Sign up for early access to articles like this one, listening recommendations and more. I wanna talk about the people who live on the edge. The ...

They were once seen as a sign of rebellion or deviance. But tattoos are now widely accepted as a form of personal expression around the world. In fact, figures have shown that more than a quarter of ...