Which of the Following Techniques Is Recommended for Overcoming Shyness

question 1013

Multiple Choice

Which of the following techniques is recommended for overcoming shyness?

• A) Accept that shyness is a basic personality trait that cannot be changed.
• B) Avoid asking open-ended questions of acquaintances.
• C) At first, one should avoid situations that lead to social contact to decrease one's private self-consciousness.
• D) Practice social skills and be willing to take some social risks.

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