I used to have many imaginary friends as a child.I was an only child and I must have been very lonely I assume. Back in those days (I am 67) children were to be seen and not heard.There was no way to discuss issues and really no therapy that I knew of. I once had a wonderful geometry teacher who I could share with. She seemed to know I had issues at home.

I think it is a way of coping but it also shows that you are lonely. Going to a therapist is o.k. but you need friends etc that you can confide in. Sometimes its hard to meet friends and have a friend who is special that will listen to you. Its a wonderful miracle anyway. Not all of us are that lucky

I hope for the New Year that you make a resolution to find more friends. Maybe finding new hobbies, groups etc will help you.We want to realize that an imaginary friend should not take the place of a real friend. I think, and its my opinion only, that relying too much on your imaginary friend could maybe keep you from developing those positive realtionships that you need in your life!! It might be time for your imaginary friend to move out!