This derealisation is too much

I dont feel like Im in the real world. Its making me dizzy and sick. I cant do anything.

[Chellybean18]

This is how i have been sinve August today its worse for some reason I understand just How you feel!

[darnell0905]

Had it since December I know how you feel and it seems as it’s getting worse. sending prayers

[Flintridge]

The only way for this to go away is acceptance. Take a deep breath, repeat to yourself that despite feeling really weird, you are ok, you are safe, you’re going to float with these feelings as if they were normal. I’ve been in your shoes and I know it feels like you can’t get out of it but the more you accept, the more those feelings slowly fade.

[Toki_Dum_dum]

I've had it since the summer, it's by far the worst part of my anxiety but honestly just getting on a good sleep schedule, spending time with your family and friends, and keeping good care of yourself help drastically, I used to think there was no way to feel happy viewing the world like this but believe me it's very much possible

[3wooddriver]

I'm sorry you feel this way. I've been there too and still experience that disconnectedness and "other-worldly" kind of feeling. Keep in mind what Flintridge just said. You're safe and it's nothing to be afraid of. Try to accept that it's just a symptom or side effect and it too shall pass. Try some breathing techniques when you feel that way, listen to some calm music, rest your eyes, anything that can sort of bring you back down to Earth. Hang in there. You're ok!

[steadfast66]

I know how you feel. I've been experiencing derealization/depersonalization for a few years. I did seek counseling which helped a lot. You will learn to live with it if you are not totally delivered. One thing for sure, you are not going crazy. What has helped me is focussing on something outside of myself. Sorry you are experiencing these weird feelings of "not here."

[Hidden in reply to steadfast66]

What causes this ?

[HopingCat]

How long have you had it? Any medications? It was pure hell for me and it didn’t get better until I tried medication. I am not cured but I am no longer suffering and most of the symptoms of depersonalization/derealisation are gone. It’s truly a nightmare and I suffered hard for many months but I am proof that it does get better. It’s really up to you and what you are willing to do to help yourself out. I was refusing medication for a while and tried the natural way. Spent thousands of dollars on supplements that did not work. Finally I stopped being stubborn and realized that I couldn’t fix the imbalance my brain decided to have on my own. Keep yourself busy as much as possible. That helped me. Even if everything seems unreal and you are scared just keep pushing. Don’t let it win. I was able to take care of my kids even while suffering. Message me if you need to talk.

[Mongea in reply to HopingCat]

Which medication finally rid you of the Depersonalizaton?

[HopingCat in reply to Mongea]

Effexor and Xanax have helped me so much

[Elliebee0123]

Same here, everyday is a battle to try and feel like I can function...this bout has been with me since December and it’s starting to really annoy me now 😖