Is my music addiction too much?
I am completely OBSESSED with music. And it's not in just some half-assed way like how most people are with music. My addiction is kind of severe. It's not the kind of obsession where I think things like "This certain band/singer saved my life" or "Music is my life; it's my only escape" kind of thing. My kind of addiction is really more like I need it in order to function. I freak out when I go somewhere and I accidentally leave my headphones at my house. It's also a bit difficult for me to work independently without music. I listen to music in every single class when we are left to do something on our own. I also can't stand being in a vehicle without the radio playing or having my headphones on. Sometimes, I even get anxiety attacks when I go without listening to music for too long. It has also made me more socially withdrawn; I would rather listen to music than talk to people. I carry my iPod and headphones literally everywhere I go. It's almost like it has taken over my everyday life, I feel like I can't do anything unless I have some kind of music playing in the background. Is this normal or is this just too much?