When I'm alone, I talk to myself. I pretend people are there and I talk to them about anything random. I pretend they are my friends from school or someone I want to meet. I am fully aware they aren't there. No hallucinations for me. They don't answer back, I answer for them. Anyway, I would act things out as if there was another person there. I pretend I'm someone else, usually someone who was raped or beaten as a child. Seven years later and I still do this, except now it's more of a habit and I tend to do it as soon as I'm alone. Before, I would only do it when I was bored or sad.
I'm scaring myself because I'm starting to believe this 'pseudo-reality' is more real than I intended it to be. I'm starting to want to become the people I pretend to be. No matter how many people I surround myself with, I would still rather be someone that isn't there.
I was at a concert with my mom and I thought to myself, "Wow! I can't wait to tell so-and-so about tonight!" except I don't know them.
2007-09-22 14:02:48 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
OMG!! I do the same thing!!!.I'll pretend im in a situation (but not anything bad) and that im talking to ppl mostly celerbrties that i want to meet...but i dont really do it anymore i think its just like thinking out loud i know a few ppl at school who do it to and they arnt crazy (as far as i know) i sometimes pretend like im on a talk show u are defenatly not alone : )
2007-09-22 14:10:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some talk therapy with a professional might be a good idea. Sounds like you are preferring your 'pretend' world rather than the real world. Can't say I blame you all that much since the real world can be depressing and ugly. But yes, you need to maybe talk to someone about your problem. It doesn't sound too severe yet, though there is a concern you won't be able to tell reality from make believe if you continue the way you are.
2007-09-22 14:16:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fact is that we all do things occasionally that appear irrational to others, and this seems irrational to me. BUT the real question is whether your fantasy life is having a negative impact on your "real" life. In my opinion it is as you find it easier to establish pretend friends and acquaintances than to put the work into real relationships. Perhaps it is time to look for some guidance from a professional.
2007-09-22 14:39:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe this makes you feel secure and like you said it developed into a habit. You fully comprehend that these "people" are not real, it sounds like you have a grip on reality. Kids have imaginary friends it often gives them a sense of control and security.
2007-09-22 14:14:22 · answer #4 · answered by raycat97 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you need to visit a psychiatrist. I would be scared if I wanted to share news with a person I'd created myself, people I pretend to be.
NAMI - National Alliance for Mental Illness has all the info you need to find a great dr. and understand your illness. www.nami.org.
2007-09-22 14:14:39 · answer #5 · answered by TX Mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think I already answered this earlier, or at least tried too. If its really bothering you this much you really need to seek out some professional help. Don't under estimate the mind it can be very tricky. Good Luck
2007-09-22 14:13:15 · answer #6 · answered by chantale 31 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop drinking the water.
2007-09-22 14:13:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋