Posted by janice on January 14, 2000, at 12:34:56
In reply to Re: ADHD & children...Introversion & Extraversion..., posted by S. Suggs on January 9, 2000, at 5:21:23
hi, I'm sorry I overlooked your posting from the last batch. I took the Myers-Brigg test also, and also tested as slightly introverted. From what I understand, most people remain loyal to their preference of introversion or extraversion throughout their lives. The difference is that people who prefer introversion will generally have to acquired a proficiency at extraversion to live in society (especially North American culture that values extraversion). Extraverts don't having any compelling reasons to develop their introversion, unless of course they have a major crisis in their lives.
you're right though, mental illness seems to encourage introversion (maybe only for people who are naturally introverted, I don't know). It must be biology prompting us to pay attention to ourselves. take care, Janice
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