Hey there, I'm a 17 year old without any real friends. This has been going on for 5years, basically my whole high school life. Many regard me as friendly, and normal, however I find it difficult making real friends, to really share my experiences, deepest thoughts, and ...... I find myself being the outcast at times in terms of speaking and being interesting, I wish i was as good as others, instead of feeling like the outcast.

I feel like i can't socialize as well as others can, being able to be funny, speak about particular topics, and carry on the conversation. Hence I could never really establish a real sense of connection which leads up to real friendship. I feel lonely in many situations, though I'm perfectly fine having normal talk with peers, I've had ball dates/prom dates, and I'm not insecure about my physique, looks, I just feel like I'm not capable of having any real friends. I'm afraid of living a lonely and depressed life. I also find it hard digesting criticism, it often keeps me sad and occupied, does this mean i'm insecure? It's not normal for a 17 year old to have no real friends, or any sort of social life, where as others are having relationships, going to the movies, and having a blast during their teen years. i find myself often depressed, and in a serious pursuit for happiness. It's really the isolation and social insecurity, which causes the depression. Would someone mind giving advice? or any help in general...