Why me?

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If you have read the article about the causes of SPD, you might remember I promised to dig a little more in details about my case. If you did not read it, I suggest you do it now: http://schizoid-personality.110mb.com/inner-thoughts/we-know-the-effects-but-what-are-the-causes/

On the genetics front:

My dad was definitively an introvert. I clearly remember him enjoying working in is wood shop, all alone (he re-made both apartments we lived in, integrating furniture, closets, putting separations and such). When he was not in his shop, he was reading, and after the death of his parents, he was in their home (40km outside the city) all week-ends, gardening and doing handy work by himself.
I remember him murmuring to himself, stopping when he sensed another presence in the same room. He also had some body language (eyebrow rising, slight shrouding…) completely off topic with what was happening around him (especially around the dinner table), and I know now those were responses to his own train of thoughts since I happen to do the same from time to time ;-)

So introvert he was, for sure, but I miss more details to be able to know if he was “just” introvert or had fully developed a “disorder”. For example, he had always some socialisation with his coworkers (though usually to have some drinks after work). I’ve never seen him trying to dodge a family reunion (like I always do…) in fact we were at my grandparents once a week, rotating between paternal and maternal side for a long time. He was at ease with big reunions like weddings, birthdays, etc… Chatting and joking.

On my mom side I cannot see anything genetically tied to introversion or such. (and it seems I dodged the respiratory issues).

So yes if genetics are a defining factor (still not proven yet), then I have some assets in there.

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We know the effects, but what are the causes?

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Well, again there is no definite answer to that question, and not just because I tend not to deal in absolutes, but simply because it’s still not known what are/is the cause(s) for the schizoid personality disorder. There are only theories, and no founded research is available, only speculation at this time. So before I draw my own conclusions, let’s see what those theories are.

Two schools come into play (surprisingly enough the old duality nature vs. nurture):

Biology / genetic factors:

Chromosomal or nervous system disorders might be a cause. In 1997 researches on the dopamine D2 receptor and dopamine DAT1 transporter gene supported a strong relationship with those important elements of the brain reward mechanisms and the schizoid and avoidant personality disorders.

Some studies seem to show a risk factor in families with history of parents having any of the disorders on the schizophrenic spectrum (one may argue, being educated by such a parent could very well be the cause and not just genetics…)

Educational / Environmental factors:

Some mental health professionals speculate that a bleak childhood where warmth and emotion were absent, histories of grossly inadequate, cold, or neglectful early parenting are contributing factors to developing SPD. (Overprotective mother / detached father).

Traumas in one’s life, in early childhood or adolescence, and family dysfunction may also precipitate the onset of social isolation and fear of social interaction. And it is then reasonable to assume that the schizoid personality disorder is clearly a protective mechanism to protect oneself and one’s ego from being hurt or damaged.

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How schizoid?

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schizoiddb.jpgI’ve read a post on PsyForums where a teenager was wondering if he had SPD. A nice, definitively on the good side of the fence young man (not saying that because he is obviously a bit introvert). Made me wonder how many people think they could have a SPD…

So here is how schizoid I am (again it’s just me) so you can compare:

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Friends?

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While posting the previous article I saw I had a “Friends” category. Ha! Ha! Ha! Very funny… In renamed it “Encounters” so that it will be more useful.

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