So I'm beginning to realize, at the age of 35, that I probably have some sort of psychological disorder

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?

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>What's wrong with me?
Did you spend your life on the internet and playing video games?

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.

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.

You don't understand. I do those things. I interact with people. See

Then there isn't a problem. Quit trying to find one. You're thinking to hard. Find a hobby.

Why do you say you can't relate to others?

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.

>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.

>I imagine
You'd be wrong. Most people couldn't give two rat turds about their friends once they are out of sight.

Thanks for the response. That sounds like a pretty decent description, but what I experience seems deeper than just lack of social interest. This is almost to the point of not seeing people as actual people. Not quite there, but close. Like I said, I have some semblance of empathy for others, but it tends to manifest more in the concerns I have for the human race, or groups of people, rather than individuals.

Aquarius

you have Aspergers Syndrome, aka High Functioning Autism

Source: I am also Mildly Artistic

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Hm, that's deeper than what I'm qualified to speculate about. I'm somewhat asocial myself but it's mostly because I got used to being alone during adolescence and started enjoying solitude so much that social interactions are mostly a pain in the ass. I'm perfectly capable of interacting with others like every other normie can, but I'd rather be alone. It sounds like your case is a deeper from of asociality, but there's definitely something else too. Definitely spend a few bucks shopping around for a decent psychology and talk to them. Getting a good diagnosis would be quite helpful, even if you need to resort to an actual psychiatrist for it should it be deemed necessary. If it's bothering you or you're so curious that it bothers you of course.

What about this bothers you specifically?

Everyone thinks they are the exception... the anomaly... the special one. But in reality you are just another boring cunt with an internet connection and a little too much free time.

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>it’s the truth
>your normal as shit

Also this.

You’re a whore

I've been thinking about seeing a psychiatrist about it, but I'm not sure I could afford it with my insurance. Anyway, thanks for your thoughtful responses.

It bothers me because I feel like I'm missing out on a lot of what makes people human. I'm missing out on intimacy. Feeling connected to a person who you love. Etc. The main joys in life seem to always just over the horizon.

I was wondering about that. It's the closest thing I could find to what my experience is like.