Dissociative disorders are disorders of the integrity of functions that normally work as a whole, such as identity, memory, perception and environmental sensations. Dissociation mostly occurs as a defense mechanism against trauma trauma, while the disease provides escape from trauma in this way, it also delays the effect of trauma on one's life. In fact, the person's thoughts, feelings, or behaviors drift away from the level of awareness and out of control. For example, even a healthy college student may not remember anything from the previous two weeks. Dissociation can be experienced without disorder with many other mental symptoms; if it is moderate, it may be perfectly normal (for example, you may be daydreaming about your weekend plans when you are expected to answer in a boring lecture).
It starts suddenly and ends abruptly.
It is generally perceived as the interruption (blocking, distortion) of an information that a person needs. They can be positive (like flashbacks) or negative (a period with no recollection) with the feeling that something has been added.
Although it is stated to be rare in general, the number may be increasing.
In most of them (self-alienation (depersonaization), unreality (derealization disorder)
Dissociative dysfunction or a sense of personal distress is only necessary for dissociative amnesia, self-alienation, unreality disorder.
Depersonalization Disorder
Self-alienation (depersonalization) is a feeling of being detached or detached from one's own sense of reality or body, or watching them as if they were an outside observer. It can be defined as a disorder in which there are continuous or recurring experiences in which the person experiences the feeling of feeling as if he is seeing his own mental processes and behaviors; some patients do this as if They can live as if they were in a dream. If you experience repeated episodes of self-alienation, it may be appropriate to speak to a specialist.
Depersonalization can also cause physical sensations in the body, such as numbness and tingling. It can also be a symptom of another illness, such as depression.
Distortion of Reality Perception (Derealization)
Derealization involves feeling detached and detached from your surroundings. You may feel alienated from external objects in your immediate environment, including other people. Even your family members or close friends may seem like strangers to you.
Often people describe derealization as a feeling of intermittent blurriness. People and objects in your environment may start to look unreal (unusual), distorted or cartoony. Some report feeling trapped by their environment or seeing things in their environment that are surreal and unfamiliar. Derealization can make them feel as if they are in a different country or on another planet The first thing you will do when you realize this situation will be to consult a mental health professional. You can follow these steps to increase awareness of the process you are going through and help your specialist:
If you are experiencing derealization, try using your senses in any way to bring yourself back to reality. Tighten the skin on your hand. Hold something cold or hot (not enough to burn you) and focus on the feeling of warmth/coldness Count or name the items in the room. Try to keep your eyes still.
If you are experiencing depersonalization, slow your breathing. Anxiety attacks often cause rapid breathing. This also slows blood flow to the brain. Take as long, slow, and deep breaths as you can, focusing on keeping your breathing going. Be sure to reach out to a friend, psychologist, family or someone to talk to, as depersonalization can lead to a feeling of detachment from others. in. Try to focus on your feelings, stay in the moment and keep talking.
In addition to these methods that you can apply yourself, it is important to get professional psychological support. A qualified mental health professional with whom you feel comfortable can help you cope with dissociative disorder.
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