What does DP/DR feel like to you?

Blu's Mama

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Joined : Nov 2014

Posts : 1319

Posted 4/28/2016 8:57 PM (GMT 0)

Hi All,
Just wondering your personal experiences with DP and DR are like? I've been dealing with it lately and while its manageable, it's just annoying and obviously a little scary...

I would best describe it as feeling very detached. Like my memories and experiences aren't mine but someone else. If that makes sense. Wondering which coping mechanisms are the best for DP/DR specifically

Scaredy Cat

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Joined : Sep 2006

Posts : 28868

Posted 4/28/2016 10:12 PM (GMT 0)

To me it feels like spacing out...like when you can relax and just stare off into space for a bit. I am there, but if I was a battery, I'd be at about 5%...

...BUT...D/P D/R is different in that you are not choosing to space out and not feel fully engaged...it is happening in spite of trying not to be in that state!

As far as coping skills...I just go with it. I figure it's my body and mind's way of forcing some 'down time' (space out time!) on me because I won't slow down! ;p

This is admittedly difficult at crucial times...like at work, ect...

...but the more you fight it, the worse it can get, because your overall anxiety increases.

I think it's different for everyone...this is just my take on it.:)

S.C.

sadgirl83

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Joined : Apr 2016

Posts : 89

Posted 4/29/2016 5:32 PM (GMT 0)

HEY
It feels like being on autopilot. Like im a robot going through and passing through a life I once knew. I feel frozen in fear, like I should be afraid but I cant react and if I panic, it may lead to a panic attack.

I feel like a stranger in my own body and that I don't know how to be ME,..if that makes sense...

Claudia

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