Yes. I think that the first year spent with him......he was wishing that his solitary, safe environment had not been breached. I think though that he has made progress in that his safe environment now is this home that he shares with us. He's still basically a "boarder" here....but it's not as bad as it used to be. He does have his space. He does spend most of his time there. I don't let him hide all the time and he is now comfortable with me entering and spending time there with him. Friends? No. I am his best friend I think. I don't think that he has ever let anyone close enough to recognize that he isn't capable or willing to actually connect......yet. lol Ever hopeful. I pray that someday he will accept therapy. I want him to experience emotions.