Hi Joanna,
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I cant relate to people anymore, unless they are affected by something like this so my friendships have changed. I really feel that people have distanced themselves from me lately as well. I never go out anymore so that doesn't help
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It is very difficult for people to realize how you are feeling and how your condition affects you when they have not experienced it. This does make some former relationships difficult as there is a lack of understanding. Some people finally come around and understand your limitations, some won't. Even when you are unable to join in activities with friends, maybe they can adapt to your needs. If they desert you, they were just acquaintances, not true friends. You may find that family will resist the changes your life has taken also but it may just take some time for them to see the facts.
The changes in YOUR life are also changes your friends and family need to adjust to, also. Give them some time to adjust to the revised you. It took some time for my family to adjust to my revised life but once they did, they have been fully accepting of it.
Be patient with your friends and family as it is an adjustment for them as well as you.