Derealization

[Turtlegirl4]

I experienced my first severe panic attack about two months ago. I thought I had panic attacks before but nothing has compared to this one. The most terrifying thing I experienced was the feeling that I now know is called derealization. The feeling of being unreal or what's around you isn't real life..has anyone else experienced this? I've been struggling recently with so much fear..mainly terrified I'll feel that way again. I've been trying so hard to accept, welcome, and roll with my uncomfortable emotions but it's been really tough.

[Hidden]

I had a panic attack over an impending tornado. We have them alot in texas and with a child it's horrible. I felt numb, couldn't breathe, my heart was racing and I felt like passing out. It's scary but I made it. For the next three years I took Xanax for it but it wasn't until I let go and realized I couldn't change it and made peace with death then I was ok. It's four months out of the year so I just pray and get through it. I'm sorry you are going through this. Make peace with the reason behind it if you can. We are sometimes just along for the ride and you have to make peace with the consequences of driving or storms or whatever sets you off. Freaking out only makes it worse.

[imasleep123]

I used to have bad panic attacks frequently for many years. depersonalization and derealization were a huge part of that. Although, I haven’t had a panic attack In years, lately the feelings of depersonalization and derealization are coming up again and it’s even more strange to me when I’m not having a panic attack at the same time. 😣 hang in there turtlegirl4!

[dbeck128]

How are you now?

[Hisue]

This can also be caused as a side effect of certain medications. I had this happen from minocycline.

[1947treble]

I normally don't experience derealization frequently or strongly, but just happen to be going through the same thing recently. It is very unsettling and nerve-wracking. I manage it decently enough but it takes a lot of calm and reassuring thoughts to do so. It's frustrating and troublesome, but atleast the symptom is fairly common.

[Ashfaren]

Yes, i feel it daily. I am confused as to what causes it. Are u any better?