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Posted 8/16/2015 4:57 AM (GMT 0)
I don’t know if anyone here has experience this strange feeling. Is it normal to feel out of body in a way when you are having anxiety? For instance; I just had a feeling of a small warm burst in my stomach (might be gas) but my anxiety has kicked in again… and when I get anxiety, if I was to stare at something I almost feel unreal.. as if I’m not in my body and am just looking at it. Even if I watch my hands as I type this, I feel like I’m just watching hands... am I the only one who experiences anxiety in such a way?
Posted 8/16/2015 8:18 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Welcome to the forum I am pleased you have found us you will get good support here.

It sounds to me like you are experiencing depersonalisation which can give you that unreal feeling and it's not nice to live with and is usually a sign that you are experiencing high anxiety.

Do you have any coping skills? If not have a look at our resources thread which is on the main page first post for some useful links to self help.

I think you will find that if you lower your anxiety levels this bothersome symptom will go it would also be worthwhile going to speak with your doctor and see what they suggest.

Stay with us and keep posting.

Hibee
Posted 8/16/2015 4:09 PM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome!

I too am sorry to hear of your anxiety/symptoms that are currently challenging you.

Hibee has advised you well, so I will just add some links specifically for D/P that may help.


 

Depersonalization-derealization symptoms:

http://psychcentral.com/disorders/depersonalization-derealization-disorder-symptoms/

 

Self help for D/P

http://www.sound-mind.org/depersonalization.html

 

Book recommendation and information on D/P

http://www.overcoming.co.uk/single.htm?ipg=8746


See also our whole Resources as he suggests, for stress relieving exercises that are key for anxiety management!

Keep posting with us as well...we understand and care.:)

Scaredy Cat

Posted 8/17/2015 1:45 PM (GMT 0)
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Posted 8/17/2015 4:57 PM (GMT 0)
cheersto sun i've been getting this exact same feeling you're not alone.
Posted 8/17/2015 5:12 PM (GMT 0)
However I have a theory that if you think of it has truly mind of matter. It'll become easier to work your way out of the feeling
Posted 8/18/2015 2:15 AM (GMT 0)
Definitely and absolutely a symptom of anxiety!!! When it happens to me I try to use 'grounding' techniques to calm my mind and bring me fully present. You can find info on grounding on YouTube. Take care and be well!!
Posted 8/18/2015 9:54 PM (GMT 0)
cheers,

Hello. During my anxious moments, I have what feels like a neverending adrenaline rush around my diaphragm.
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