Has anyone experienced disassociation?

[scarlet_dove]

Can anyone share with me their experience with disassociation? I've recently learned that that thing I do where I space out, or "go elsewhere" and have all these blank spots, has a name.

Is disassociation bad? Is it a symptom of something else?  What can I do?

[Hspar2]

Hi Scarlet_dove

You are not alone! I have suffered depression and anxiety for years and in my worst times have experienced disassociation. It is a detachment from reality and can be a coping mechanism in times of sever anxiety or stress. I am not a doctor however this is what I have come to understand from my counselor. Have you been to a doctor? I also practice something called 'mindfulness' which can be very helpful

[Chris_B]

Hi Scarlet_dove, welcome to the forums.

Have a look through the threads below, there are a number of members who have experienced dissociation as a symptom - their insights may be helpful to you. Feel free to post in their threads to reach out to them:

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