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I Have Avoidant Personality Disorder

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By: deleted
Written on February 9th, 2012
Yes, I avoid social situations. I don't work. I assume I wouldn't pass an interview because I could not respond in the way I used to. Takes quick thinking. And I haven't worked since 2008 and don't know how to explain that. Basically, I don't like leaving the house anymore. Its not so bad going to the store across the street but taking a cab to the grocery store is something I have been avoiding. I just don't know why. I am uncomfortable with people looking at me. I don't like standing out on the street where people in cars can see me. I don't think anyone is going to be mean to me. I just don't want to be seen. It makes me deeply saddened that I have "evolved" this far. 
By: deleted
Age: 26-30
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    zaRaCarlyle
    zaRaCarlyle

    Going to public places unnerve me pretty much too...

    I know that people won't hurt me or scold me...

    but there just seems tho be this inadequate feeling.....

    Aug 29, 2012
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    psychicprayer
    psychicprayer

    i relate completely and laughed at your post because i could have written it!you are a good person and its no reflection on the whole of your life because of this disorder , our personalities are multi-faceted so do not let people define you by this disorder. and its fine to shop online that service was designed for people like you and I ..... x

    Apr 23, 2012
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    headhealdlow
    headhealdlow

    Im the exact same way. I know everyone isn't focused on me, and I don't think people are going to be mean either. So what is it that im so nervous about? I look out my window before walking to my car to make sure my neighbors aren't there. They're nice people who I would love to be friends with but I can't get up the nerve to interact

    Apr 11, 2012
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    goldenbranches
    goldenbranches

    Me too!

    Mar 18, 2012
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    XendlessXurbia
    XendlessXurbia

    Going anywhere in public is a painful ordeal for me too.

    Mar 18, 2012
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    artbandit
    artbandit

    i do stuff at home...but im okay online

    Mar 2, 2012
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    WildeOscar
    WildeOscar

    Did somebody say "beer run"? I'm on it.

    Feb 12, 2012
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    CRGenes
    CRGenes

    Lol! I don't think the word "team" applies to hermits! But I know what you mean. It would be nice to know someone who doesn't want to use me for something.

    Feb 12, 2012
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    CRGenes
    CRGenes

    I avoid social situations too; haven't worked since 2004 and avoid leaving the house except when necessary. I've been ordering most of what I need online - the better to avoid interacting with anyone. But I've also decided I don't want to change things. I like my isolation, I have no stress this way which I had totally lost the ability to cope with. Basically, I burnt out. I've pretty much come to the conclusion that I probably got several personality disorders by now.

    Feb 9, 2012
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    Dragon56
    Dragon56

    Sometimes the best thing to do is to meet it head on, step outside the comfort zone. Make it a point to go out...and the more you do the less uncomfortable you'll become about being seen in public. I know it won't be easy, but I hope you'll be able to overcome your anxiety.

    Feb 9, 2012
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    quietbeauty
    quietbeauty

    im the same way!

    Feb 9, 2012
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