I didn't know how to make friends. I learned through the e-mail and internet groups I got involved with. It has carried over into real life. So, being involved on sites like this one can help you to learn about making friends. As for needing a father, I know, I'll loan you BP. I'm always looking for substitute fathers. My real father lives on his own planet somewhere, although he looks like he's here on earth. Maybe nothing's quite like the real thing, but maybe you can develop a relationship with someone - a church leader, teacher, or other role model, who can give you some of what your father should have.

Support groups can be scary, but they are another good way to work on making friends. If you get a chance, give it a try. Don't defeat yourself with impossibilities when there is probably a way to work it out somehow. I know, everything seems impossible when you are depressed, but it's generally an illusion.

{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}} It will get better.

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