Some people experience awkward moments, but it doesn't necessarily impact their relationships too much.

However, for other people, awkwardness can be a way of life where they miss important social cues. This creates painful misunderstandings that lead to social exclusion.

Awkward people tend to see things differently. They highlight parts of their perceptual world that others tend to overlook.

Neuroscience research suggests that awkward people have less activity in their "social brains" and require extra effort when interpreting soc...

Awkward people can learn to feel more at ease in social situations.

• Showing a real interest in what others say will send a message that you are invested in their well-being. Awkward people can learn to stop talking and instead ask questions to further the conversation.
• Awkwa...

The awkward kid may say or do things that others will interpret negatively - such as correcting people's grammar or strictly sticking to rules and routines (which helps them to function but could be perceived as stiff).
Parents can do the following:

• They can act as co...

The nerdy kid or adult is not all bad.

• Their deep focus gives them a particular perspective that no one else takes the time to notice.
• Their narrow attention can help awkward people to develop unique expertise. Famous examples would be people like Steve Jobs or Albert Eins...