by Melanie Gallo, PhD In the Merriam - Webster dictionary the definition of the noun “introvert” is the following: a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone. While this is a spot-on depiction of the word, many people are skeptical towards the whole introvert and extrovert scenario. Focusing on this I would like to view some of the reasons why this phenomenon is at large in our modern society. Introversion is a basic pers