<human>: Can you succinctly summarize the text in 1-3 sentences?

Hello Reddit, I am a 16 year old guy who is currently attending an all boys school. 

As far back as I can remember I have always tended to be a loner with one or two close friends. I usually spent my time reading in the library or chilling out playing computer. 

I have ultimately decided to ask r/dating_advice for some help, as many of my good friends have become distant, and have been unable to help me speak to girls in public (however in an odd twist always come to me for advice)

So basically I clam up and stare at the ground in public, and try to avoid any person's gaze- until I get where I need to go. In crowds I generally start to get anxious, and desperately try to escape if it starts to become very claustrophobic. 

Does anyone here have some advice to help me get over this problem and actually work up the courage to speak to girls?
<bot>: Uncomfortable in public, crowd anxiety, can't meet gazes,  and a loner who's scared of speaking to girls in public. Need advice/help