You know the moment the conversation shows,then there's a pause. It's awkward, and so awkward that some people will panic and say anything. Do we all find such silences so stressful? Researchers analyzed the frequency and impact of gaps greater than 2 seconds during conversations including an overview of previous studies which indicate that the fear of awkward silences can be so extreme that people avoid talking to strangers, even though doing so this likely to be an enjoyable experience.
