Hi

I also have a "mild schizoid" dx. there is a name for it I can't remember. In a way it makes complete sense and in other ways it makes no sense. For example, I like working alone rather than with a team. I don't like being around people I don't know and get very uncomfortable (although I practice talking to strangers due to my job.) I don't make new friends easily, much easier online.

But at the same time, I like being around the people I know and talking to them and spending time with them. I like being alone, but not for too long. I do hit a wall where I need to interact with the people I'm close too. I'm fine doing things alone, but sometimes even if I'm working on a project I'd rather have someone I'm close to there even if they are doing something else.

So I don't know...

As for public places, I hate going to the store or the bank etc. I used to never talk into a drive through box. I don't like talking on the phone. I would never work out in a gym.... I just feel out of place and I don't like being there. I'd rather be at home.