Even though no one has told me this, I realize I may be stressing my friends and more importantly my boyfriend out. I decided to drop the pet subject and keep it to myself by doing research along with saving money for everything needed in the future. I'm contemplating having more therapy so I can vent to someone that won't be affected by what I say negatively and can help me with my symptoms. My boyfriend does act as a caregiver for me, but I don't want him to feel too obligated about my symptoms. I need to help myself and not burden him too much.