Avatar Posted by allysonxann 324 days ago (Question)
I did some research on the interent, because I just feel like there is something wrong. I know it's bad to self diagnose, so that's why I'm asking. I always feel that i have to be loved. I avoid entering a relationship, because I'm so afraid of rejection. Terrified. I have no self confidence either. I sometimes feel like my friends are going to leave me, and that I'm going to be alone. I get paraniod like that. But only about certain things like that. I'm always worried about how I look and how people percive me. There are so many little things I do. I don't pursue the things that make me happy, because I am so worried what others will think of me. help?


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Written by marklesolutions 321 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

You are right about not doing the self-diagnosing thing. I think many of us can diagnose ourselves with personality disorders!

It sounds to me (based on your short entry) that you may dealing with issues closely related to fear of abandonment. I would encourage you to seek out a therapist to explore these feelings and what is triggering them. If you have not had successful relationships in the past this can effect your confidence and increase your worry (i.e. the way you look, how others perceive you, etc). Think about the family your grew up in and how you felt. Did you feel supported and loved unconditionally? Did you deal with any type of trauma growing up? Loss of a loved one, abuse, alcoholism in your family? These issues can effect your level of safety in relationships.

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Written by Clyde 318 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

It sounds possible, but I would definitely consult a professional before you would ask anyone to tell you if you had something.

A professional can only diagnose disorders of this kind.

Best,

Clyde


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