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I lived on my own for five years, paying rent, cooking meals, keeping the house clean, having friends over, shopping independently and going to college after I recovered from my illness. I also went to the doctor willingly by myself. I tried and worked and persevered to get to this stage. I fought tooth and nail to get better and am now well and healthy. The only thing standing in my way was extreme shyness. I got so anxious just going to the shop at times and asking for a sandwich, but still did it. I also suffered from paranoia. I was convinced people from the internet would recognise my name, pics or posts online. I was worried about this. I still do not post my real name or pic online anymore. It is terrifying for me. Also, I kept seeing a similar looking man around and had thoughts he was stalking me and had nightmares. I would check the locks on the doors constantly and every noise I woke up. I also would check the stove ten times and often be afraid to leave the house for some reason, but I would do it. I can't wait to live independently again. Nobody even knows or realises I have it, except for family.