Closed Path Shape draws from centre point only

Hi,
Im using AI CS5. When I try to draw a closed shape (rectangle, elipse etc) the shape is always created from the centre point as thought I am holding down 'Alt', even though I am not holding down Alt. When I hold down Alt and draw, the same things happens. I want to revert to drawing from corner to corner. Any ideas?
Ta,
A.

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