Investment - Hey. I'm dealing with the same thing. Based on the psychiatrist's assessment when you were little, I would guess that you're just naturally anxious in new social settings. A lot of people are like that, it doesn't mean that there's anything wrong with your personality. And you chose to dive into your studies and career ambitions because that was likely a lot more comfortable for you than having to break through the social anxiety. If you're sober now, have you tried 12-step meetings? That kind of thing? Maybe that's an option.