: Visual or tactile distortions, such as objects appearing flat or sounds seeming distant.
Depersonalization is a dissociative mental state where an individual feels fundamentally detached or estranged from their own self, body, and thoughts. It is often described as feeling like an of one’s own life, or as if living in a dream, a movie, or functioning like a robot. While it can be a symptom of various psychiatric conditions, it is most formally recognized as part of Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder (DPDR) . Core Symptoms and Experiences Depersonalization (1.13 GB)
Individuals experiencing depersonalization report a profound "split" between an observing self and an acting self. Key manifestations include: : Visual or tactile distortions, such as objects
: A lack of emotional reactivity or the sense that one’s emotions no longer belong to them. While it can be a symptom of various