The following questions are related to ‘Social Skills’ at Ask the Psychologist: Online Licensed Psychologist.
I have been unsuccessful in getting a relationship, especially a long-term one, started. I had one girlfriend four years ago who was with me for almost a year, then she broke up with me. Ever since, I have been unable to find anyone who would be willing to stay for more than a month. It’s […]
Q: I’m 21 years old and have difficulty connecting with others for meaningful relationships. Being introverted and sensitive and someone who highly values meaningful relationships, my disappointment in relationships has been painful. As an introvert I don’t mind being alone, but I also know the importance of people in your life. This issue is also […]
Q: I’m 23 and recently one of my friends said that many people are afraid of me. They think I’m cold, distant, serious and seem “too perfect and independent.” Also, they think I often look grumpy, cranky and short-tempered. It seems like those traits make me a bit unapproachable, especially to guys. I admit that […]
Q: I have really big “bug” eyes (accentuated by a narrow face) and I notice that people often raise their eyebrows and make their own eyes appear bigger around me. I also have a “gum-filled” smile, so when I smile wide, people notice my gums and make disgusted faces. For example, at a job interview, […]
Q: I’m a young guy who recently started a relationship with a marvelous girl. My problem is that I’m never sure if I need to ask permission from her, or whether I am just scared/anxious/insecure or what, but I am not as intimate with her as I would like to be (even a peck on […]
Q: I am a teenager, currently thinking about the kind of future I want to have. My parents are very old, and in fact are the age most grandparents would be. As I also have younger siblings, this puts a huge burden on my parents to support us, and for me to support my parents. […]
Q: I’m 20 years old and am quite depressive and negative at times, so it’s really hard for me to make friends. I don’t think I enjoy socializing at all. The main reason that I really want to change is that I’ve never had a girlfriend and I’m very needy and desperate right now. I […]
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