So I'm beginning to realize, at the age of 35, that I probably have some sort of psychological disorder.
I don't make strong interpersonal relationships with people. No real friendships, no real romantic relationships. I think it's because I simply can't relate to others. I don't dislike people, per se, and I seem to have adequate amounts of empathy for them, but I just can't make any meaningful connections with them. I do, however, suffer from social anxiety, but this seems to be wholly separate from that.
I've done some research on different disorders, but nothing seems to fit. What's wrong with me?
>What's wrong with me? Did you spend your life on the internet and playing video games?
Aaron Morgan
Congrats. You sound like every 3rd male in the crowd. Grow some nuts, grab a few beers, watch a season of ANY sport and make some fucking bar friends.
Andrew Torres
I do some of those things, but it doesn't take up a significant amount of my time. I work too much for that. I have plenty of interaction with others. It's just that I don't care about them beyond some base-level empathy which I assume most everyone has. For instance, if I never saw any of my "friends" ever again, it wouldn't bother me.
Isaiah Johnson
You don't understand. I do those things. I interact with people. See
Easton Bennett
Then there isn't a problem. Quit trying to find one. You're thinking to hard. Find a hobby.
Evan Cooper
Why do you say you can't relate to others?
Brandon Taylor
There may not be a "problem" I suppose, but there IS something different about me compared to most people. I imagine that most people make strong interpersonal relationships, keep and maintain them. I don't. It's like there's something missing in me, something that makes others human.
I've always felt like I was "on the outside, looking in". Peoples' behavior, their emotions, their aspirations, etc. seem alien to me. That may sound broad and nebulous, but it's the best I can do.
Kayden Kelly
>Asociality refers to the lack of motivation to engage in social interaction, or a preference for solitary activities Do you relate to this? If you do, you're an asocial person. Not to be confused with anti social. Being asocial might be a symptom of some personality disorders but if you don't think you have any personality disorders or can't relate to any, then your personality is simply that of an asocial person. I don't think there's anything inherently wrong with you but you could always get make an appointment to speak with someone if you can afford it and are truly worried.
Owen Thompson
>I imagine You'd be wrong. Most people couldn't give two rat turds about their friends once they are out of sight.
