Not myself anymore

[IsolatedQueen]

Lately it’s hit me that I don’t go out with friends like other people my age as I don’t have many close friends. The close friends I do have are much older then me and don’t often invite me out. I don’t think my mum has really noticed any of this but I don’t think she’d understand, as a result of this I’ve been having mental breakdowns when nobody is around. If anyone can give me a little advice please anything is welcome!

[sweetiepye]

It is quite normal for some people to have only one or two good friends and many acquaintances. Choosing your friends according to age is more likely to happen when you are younger. As we become more mature we usually pick friends based on common interests . Friendship has to be nurtured, and it's up to both people so if your friend doesn't ask you out , you can ask them out. Why would your Mother be involved in this ? What do you mean by mental breakdown ? We could use a little more information to give you more support. Pam

[Hidden]

Real friends are like glinting diamonds, very rare, also very hard to find and relate to.

The word friend used in general terms, are Acquaintances, we know over time and are ships that pass in the Night

Personally parents may of course pick up on how you react to people and those who have your interests She will generally not become involved to that part of your life, I was left to hang and my interests were that of my own.

Mental Illness, (Breakdowns) over one afternoon or evening generally do not happen, I suppose what you mean is a Sadness, or possibly you become bored or lonely as you have no-one around who can entertain and fulfill your own expectations. As mentioned friendships that understand our needs are rare, you would also need the same needs you look for in others.

Can you explain more, why you have feelings of low mood. Also how old are you.

BOB