Welcome to Psych Central (PC). Sorry to hear you are feeling awkward and having trouble being around people. It can be a matter of how we were treated as children that builds or tears down our self esteem.

There are many caring people here at PC and you also might try a therapist that specializes in teenagers. A psychiatrist can prescribe medication that can diminish the symptoms you are feeling.

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