You only said “difficult”, not the other qualities you just stated. I think it’s safe to generalize that psychological issues or even people who tend to post in a forum, tend to be somewhat difficult people. But, hey, who isn’t a difficult person. I suppose everyone I know is in their own way.

I consider myself a specialist at dealing with difficult people, as I have had so much experience with it. I can certainly be one, too. There are all levels of it, too. There are impossible people. I’ve had to give up on impossible people, yet still have to deal with them, as they are family.

I agree, we are more bold here on an anonymous forum. I don’t interact with people on a personal level like this anywhere else. I have a few close friends and family members. I keep my issues to myself pretty much now. I want to keep them in my life, so I don’t drive them away with my issues.

My best advice about dealing with difficult people is to focus on what you want/need from them and work toward that, in spite of their opposition. If they are just too difficult and not worth the effort, walk away if you can.

I know how you feel about seeing others on here be mistreated by others. You want to say something. But, the PC rules say to let the OP handle themselves.