None of my friends will talk to me, and the medications are making me feel sick. I really don't know anymore.
I believe that your family have your best interests at heart - listen to them. As far as your friends, coming from my experience - there is no such a thing as a friend unless a) they remain true when you are down. b) they become true when things are going great for you. The rest are just acquaintances. You want a good friend - get a dog! Test the others!
I don't know about that though there are some dysfunctional families out there and even ones that don't even love there own children.
Every family has their problems. Not just some. Don't you think ConfederateKahanist?
I find people, in general, are very self centered today, as WhiteIsraelite noted. It has become a me first world.
Still, I pray that your family is just acting out of frustration and love, WhiteIsraelite. It may be hard to see the 'strong' person in the family have troubles. Not that I think that is fair. Life is not fair.
As for friends, a wise man always reminds me
you will have many acquaintences in your life but only a few good/true friends. It's best not to expect too much from 'friends'. The true friends will be there no matter what.
Manch is right. A dog can provide great friendship, not asking much in return.