Question about DP and DR?

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Roseym10

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Posted 8/30/2015 11:52 PM (GMT 0)

Is this the feeling when you don't feel like yourself or is DP and DR something else?

Scaredy Cat

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Posted 8/31/2015 12:06 AM (GMT 0)

RM,

Yes D/P D/R is the feeling of being disconnected to either the outside world or yourself. Some people describe it as being in a dream like state...detached and observing, rather than being fully present and in your surrounding or your own body.

We have some self help links specifically for this symptom in our Resources. Let me know if you are interested, and I will post them for you at your request.:)

S.C.

Roseym10

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Posted 8/31/2015 12:12 AM (GMT 0)

I didn't know this was an actual thing. Ever since my anxiety began in 2009 I've often had the feeling like I don't feel like myself. I've even said stuff to my husband like, "I don't feel like me today", or "I'm not me today". I guess this is due to the anxiety. What a nasty side effect.

Roseym10

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Posted 8/31/2015 12:21 AM (GMT 0)

Thanks for pointing me to the resources, SC.

Scaredy Cat

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Posted 8/31/2015 12:25 AM (GMT 0)

No problem! Did you find them? Let me know if you want the direct link here...I'll post it if you need it.

S.C.

Hibee

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Posted 8/31/2015 8:34 AM (GMT 0)

Hi

Yes this is one of the worst symptoms of high anxiety I struggle with DP a lot.

I find Mindfulness Meditation very effective as it brings you back to the hear and now do have a look at our resources for some useful links.

Keep us posted.

Hibee

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