I've always been kind of eccentric. But I'm wondering what sets personality disorders apart from regular old personality traits.

And what difference does it make? I know for a fact I'm independent, and I don't place much value in relationships. Sure, things can be hard for me sometimes, but I can attribute this to being a teenage girl. All other teenage girls buy into the "best friends forever" thing, so my friends expect it of me. But once everyone else grows up, I'll have no problem, right?

I'm independent, proud, cynical, and I haven't been attracted to a boy since 5th grade. I do really enjoy the company of my friends, but lately I've come to a point where I think I can take it or leave it. My friendships are all fairly shallow because I see no need to really let people into my head.

I get along really well with my friends. I'm not antisocial. I have very good social skills, I just don't place much value in the relationships.

Does that make me schizoid, or just independent?