FAQ About Howard Hughes
Why did Howard Hughes become reclusive?
Howard Hughes became increasingly reclusive due to several interrelated factors. As he aged, Hughes suffered from chronic pain following multiple plane crashes and was affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). These health issues, compounded by the pressures of managing vast business interests, contributed to his withdrawal from public life. By the late 1950s, Hughes had become largely unseen by the public, passing much of his time in seclusion.
