personality disorder??? what can I do - Personality Disorder Message Board

raph · 06-11-2003, 05:38 PM

I'm not really sure where to begin. I often think about changing my apperence. I haven't had a girlfriend for a few years; even when girls are interested in me, I don't want to get close to them for some reason. I have a small circle of close friends, but for the most part I'm even uncomfortable around them. Lateley I'm very uncomfortable around almost anyone, and I feel like it makes other people feel uncomfortable as well. Also, A friend of a friend brought up that he thought I was phony; which was news to me because I thought I was beign myself. Do I have a personality disorder? I think it might be a combination of problems. Any info you could give me would be appreciated. thx

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startingrecoveryagain · 06-14-2003, 01:21 PM

Who knows if you have some type of "personality disorder". I suppose that is a question that only can be answered by a medical doctor (psychiatrist). I can relate to your confusion. But, in my case, all I can do is keep on keeping on, put one foot in front of the other, and hope that I am headed in the right direction. For far too long, I have been listening to mental health professionals who merely state the obvious: "Well, what do YOU think?" Duhh... I think that I pay a psychiatrist the big bux to give me an answer, to provide solid advice, and not to hide behind statements like, "What do YOU think?" Do I sound harsh? Probably. I wasn't born harsh. It's been a survival mechanism. Good luck, and more importantly, may you (and I) find peace of mind.