I am a fairly lonely person. I don't really have friends and no knowledge of meeting, making, and keeping friends. I am agoraphobic, which has a lot to do with it I guess, but can anyone give me some advice as to how I can meet people and make friends?

I don't know if there is something wrong with me, but it seems like when I do meet someone, the friendship doesn't last long or run very deep. It's more like a very blurry acquaintance, and then it's over. I'm often too shy to talk to people in much depth or tell them about my personal life. That might be part of it.

I just want to know how I can make and keep a friend. Help please.