Why is it that people who are different in some way choose to disassociate themselves with others?
370510
b/c they feel comfortable around their own types due to the fact they are uncomfortable with who they are or what they represent.  This also lets them hide from dealing with the difficulties of the "real world" as others with balls do daily.
950554
Because you have different, less tolerant views.
493720
Its a question of fitting in and to make people like them. Or to hide themselves because they dont people getting to close or figuring out exactly who they are
722184
Because people voluntarily segregate themselves.
940021
I'm sure they do it for different personal reasons, some reasons may be "to fit in", they think it might be easier, they are having personal conflicts with their family and its a way to rebel. Some may go back to their families beliefs and heritage later - I don't know just my thoughts (dime a dozen)
663529
Because they are seeking validation through others.  That's what a codependent person does.  And religion is one of the most codependent types of cults there is.
132526
because its a nature in us as people to invite other people into a misery they them selves are in. Sometimes its funny and interesting to be a coward and talk about somebody else behind there back. I feel if you do something to someone that you yourself would hate if it was happening to you, your a fool!!!
1019170
What a great question! In fact, I think sometimes the ones being social might be the ones with the disorder! Half the time they're out and about cos that way they don't have to deal with their issues or look at themselves.  I used to feel guilty and worry about not being "normal" because I like my own company, I enjoy solitude and I don't want to go out every single time someone asks. I'm with you and I say there's something wrong with the dingbats who make such a big issue out of it.
724702
because they aren't contented in themselves.
321845
This is a difficult situation. In psychology, there is a term called: distancing yourself. It is a gradual process whereby you see less and less of them, without cutting it off immediately. It gives the other person time to adjust to the separation. Eventually they will ask (maybe not) why, then you can explain that you have grown apart, and it will be much easier for both people. I wish you the best.
49493
Some people do this to impress others or to try to impress them while others do it to try to cover up their flaws or to cover the fact that they aren't who they would like to be.
607231
That's not always true. People have different personalities and it's just who they are.
981972
I don't know why, but it seems that there are many people who simply enjoy hurting others.  I suspect it stems from them feeling powerless and insecure, so they get a small charge to their own egos when they can make someone else feel bad. \n\n There are, also, others who simply take advantage of people - they see goodness and kindness as a kind of weakness they can exploit for their own means.\n\nDon't let this turn YOU bitter, though.  Remember to tell yourself that those people, in the end, will suffer for it when they find they lack solid, real and loving friendships in their lives.
838046
The distrust or fear of those who are different is part of the human condition.Most of us have been guilty at some stage to some degree. By recognising we have the potential to be prejudiced and /or biased in our thoughts and deeds we can at least be aware and at least try to to eduucate and nurture ourselves and our children out of something that has been inherent for thousands of years.
946022
Generally speaking, a person who devotes time and energy to a cause which demeans the persona of another human being different than themselves suffers from  at the least  what is termed in professional psychiatry jargon, "Personality Disorder" syndrome. This condition can lead to further  serious emotional problems when it is nourished by  an external reinforcement mechanisms such as the participation  in  a larger group  holding similar ideas. As an example, the evident characteristics displayed during  the  mass rallies held by Isalmists as they scream their hatred for the Americans, are  manifestations of this type of psychological degeneration. Similar behavior can be witnessed in  a group closer to us, and that would be   the minutemen who each has internalized this victimized objectification of the 'Mexican" illegal. In this case you also have misplaced blame for whatever personal failures or fears they suppress or deny. The leaders of such groups can also be further classified into Messianic , Grandiose personality, sociopaths, whether it is Hitler or the local head of the KKK you are talking about..\nTherefore this would explain the depressive characteristics of the typical anti-undocumented. But remember that on the surface this comes out as anger. Fear is often at the core of both Anger and Hate. DM
21240
Because They are insecure of who they really are and may not like themselves very much and are afraid others wont accept the real person that that they are.
100125
Definitely!  I think because we play so many different roles in life, sometimes we feel like different people.  It is important though to keep in touch with your own personal values, morals and priorities so that when you "people switch" you are still you!