Jax,
I have felt the way you do. In fact there are times that I feel as though this isnt the place for me. I have found it very difficult to form friendships here. part of this is due to different diagnoses, part is a difference I can't quite put my finger on. Personality differences?? Many people here seem to be very dependent and/or have a history of trauma or abuse. I am sorry for the pain they have suffered but I don't know how it feels and really dont know the right thing to say. I feel like I need to walk on eggshells. I am not a very "huggy" person --it is not my nature. Furthermore, AA has taught me that sometime the soft, huggy approach can be harmful rather than helpful.

Time will tell--I will continue to read posts, occassionally post and check the chatroom when I get a wild hair...*S*