I’m a guy in my early 20’s and It’s just I can’t be around huge crowds of people because I have been bullied most of my life and it has left me feeling really nervous about being around crowds of people. Has anyone else felt the same? What did you do about it?
2007-01-12 08:20:29 · 10 answers · asked by Trevor 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
It's possible that you are comfortable defending yourself in adulthood against small groups of people but still feel vulnerable in large groups. But here's the rub, there's more "friends" in a large crowd. Someone to step up in your defense if you're in trouble. I don't like big crowds mostly becuase I just don't like lots of people. Too much opposing behavior. Maybe in your case you worry about the unpredictable nature of a large crowd of people. It's not uncommon.
I wouldn't worry unless it prevented you from actually partaking in life. If it just means you don't go to the movies during the 7:00 hour, then it's okay. Go to the matinee.
2007-01-12 08:27:45 · answer #1 · answered by Happenstance 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a different slant on this. I just don't like a lot of people. I'm not that patient and particularly not with ignorant people.
I hate to get in the middle of a crowd of geriatrics. They think the world is theirs and bang the heck out of you with their big purses.
I don't like being around a large group of teenagers either. Talk about arrogant, pushy, rude, and foul mouthed!
I'm much happier in small groups or by being alone.
2007-01-12 08:42:42 · answer #2 · answered by Blue 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hello,
(replying) I dont personally have any answers to this specific problem or experience. But I can myself relate directly to what your saying, I definately DONT like big crowds, so I can gladly give football matches, rock & pop concerts a miss without feeling any sense of loss.
**I just avoid places & events I know involve large crowds, give me an empty beach or open moores any day and I'm much happier.
**No! your not alone or strange, I think many people experience this & have feelings of the same sort.
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2007-01-12 08:32:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I sometimes do i get a bit of anxiety when im surrounded its a mixture of claustorphobia since it feels like im getting enclosed on and the feeling that my personal space is being invaded i try to do breathing excercises and focus on anything else but the crowd when i feel im getting anxious it happens to me mostly at school since its really crowded sometimes
2007-01-12 08:26:04 · answer #4 · answered by Liz 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
im the exact opposite sometimes one to one with someone i dont know very well is a nightmare for me i find i cant look them in the eye it,s strange.ive no idea why im like this as id say im quite a confident person with friends and family.i just never seem to know what to say general chit chat just doesnt come easy to me.maybe confide in someone about the bullying and it,ll lift some of the weight off you.good luck
2007-01-12 10:38:08 · answer #5 · answered by smiler 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it really is effortless to oldsters who 'burn the useless night oil' , i replaced right into a huge band drummer and performed overdue maximum nights ( 2 - 3 ) interior the morning. a at the same time as clock ultimately adjusts and also you get used to it. in simple terms make confident you eat nicely and do not drink too a lot alcohol.
2016-11-23 14:37:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! I can't stand it! I don't even go to the movies on the opening night. If i do go, it would of had to be out for atleast 3 weeks and on a weekday. Glad to know I'm not alone.
2007-01-12 08:29:33 · answer #7 · answered by Malacove 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, its called Social Anxiety, i deal with this myself... Try seeing a Psychologist for behavioral therapy... or just see a doctor and try a mild anti-depressant,, it helps me alot... i take a very low dose of Lexapro daily... now i can go anywhere , even by myself... before i couldnt do that.
2007-01-12 08:29:22 · answer #8 · answered by MandiGurl M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes yes. Its just so overwhelming at times where there are too many people.
2007-01-12 12:16:43 · answer #9 · answered by Sarah 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use to but not anymore. I just love being surrounded by people!
2007-01-12 08:31:15 · answer #10 · answered by Rachel T. 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋