In today's fast-paced digital age, group chats on messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal have become a virtual meet-up space for families, friends, colleagues and classmates - even the Royal Family have one . It's important to note, though, that not everyone participates in the same way. Some people love to message constantly, but others keep completely quiet... something that can lead to questions, misinterpretations and misunderstandings. Psychologist Beatriz Romero explains that there are multiple reasons behind keeping mum in the group chat, from a simple lack of interest to fear of judgment or emotional overload. She emphasises, "It's not always about 'ghosting' [the chat], sometimes it's just your way of setting boundaries for yourself."

General health psychologist Luis Guillén

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