Quarantine Introvert vs Extrovert

There’s no questioning that the COVID-19 induced lockdown has drastically changed all our lives in unimaginable ways. Having to stay indoors, disrupting our daily routines has been tough on everybody. However, some people have had it worse than others. According to recent studies, personality traits can play a huge role in how people deal with the pandemic and the disruptions caused by it.

One would assume that not being able to go out and socialize, go to work, meet friends would have a devastating effect on extroverts. However, social media has helped in somewhat bridging the gap temporarily. Yet, a common assumption is that the pandemic has affected extroverts more than introverts. However, a study conducted by a Virginia-based research consultancy firm found that introverts were worse off as a consequence of this pandemic. They largely put it down to the fact that extroverts find it easier to look at the positive side of things and the advancement in social media has curbed their urge to stay connected. 

Some other studies suggest that extroverts are worse-off as their heightened need for social interaction has been smashed by the quarantine. Since the sample sizes for all these studies are low, they cannot be taken as a proper representation of the population as a whole. 

However, one thing that both sides can agree on is that both, extroverts and introverts have been deeply affected by the pandemic. Therefore, one must try to indulge in different things and explore new hobbies to be occupied in these tough times. We must look to reconnect with family or long-lost friends and try to catch up on everything that we missed out on during our busy lives.