I have severe anxiety and my husband has always thought it was in my head until i was diagnosed with DID a few days ago. We moved for him to open two stores for the company he works for and that makes me the host for all gatherings.

Having 4 children, socializing with their teachers, friends and activities is hard enough, but I also have to be the happy wife of the boss. We have many events in our home and I sometimes take double doses of my meds and drink a few beers to cope before everyone arrives.

Very often, I use the kids as an excuse or say I'm tired to sneak away to bed. I'm usually asked to join in charades, karaoke and other games, which I love, but not in front of people.

My husband has agreed to have all gatherings in restaurants or someone else's house, but it makes me feel so guilty. It's my job as his wife to support him and I feel as though I am failing.