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Depersonalization/derealization



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05/26/2007 15:23
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Last night, I was sleeping at my grandma's and woke up, thought I heard her voice. From the moment I woke up I knew something was wrong. I knew I'm in her house, but on the other hand, was looking for my things in my own home. I knew the light switch in her living room was on the left side, but I reached for it on the right side, like it is in my house. I knew it's on the left, but I stubbornly was looking for it on the right. On one hand, I was thinking clearly, and knew I'm in her house, on the other, I was confused and kept doing stuff like back in my place. It felt so weird, and it went on for minutes. I couldn't fall asleep, I don't know how I managed, but I woke up normally in the morning.

I have a feeling of emptiness/despair/depression and I feel I'm going mad.

Is this some kind of a panic attack, or I'm really gonig crazy?

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05/27/2007 00:00
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Largerthanlife the symptoms you describe could be so many things, each diagnosis has subtle differences and you really must have a doctor determine what is going on with you. Research shows that the longer it takes for one to be diagnosed and treated the worse the symptoms will become. Please see your family doctor and if you are having any suicidal thoughts please get to a hospital. Help is out there and you will get better.

Keep us posted.

God bless you!

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05/29/2007 22:34
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Thank you, Callme2crazy!

Do you really think it can be serious? It was just a one-time thing, and although I kinda felt weird after, it didn't repeat itself.

You're scaring me... Didn't even cross my mind to go see a doctor about it. What if he says I'm crazy?

Do you really think I should?



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05/30/2007 19:09
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Hey the last thing I want to do is scare you. I tend to be frank and sometimes..down right blunt! I don't think the dream and surrounding confusion means much in itself. You mentioned despair and depression and that is what I was referring to in my first post. To me it sounds like depression with possible anxiety disorder BUT I am not a doctor. How long have you had these symptoms? The smart thing would be to check in with your general practitioner for a check up and discussion of your symptoms.

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05/31/2007 02:19
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Well, scaring me is good . I called my doc's office and he'll see me on Monday. Just for this. Thought it's not worth risking to have something serious and not look into it.

I too think it was an anxiety attack - don't know about depression, though, I don't think I exhibit any depression symptoms. But... who knows? It can be latent and break down when you least expect it - right? - especially since I've been stressed at work lately, and felt more tired than usual.

Thanks, Dee!!!! I wouldn't have even though of going to the doctor if it wasn't for you.

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06/05/2007 15:07
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I sometimes get this kind of feelings, especially at night, but they're almost always accompanied by "deja-vu" feelings, very intense, very annoying and scaring.

Did you have deja-vus as well?

For me, a deja-vu feeling is enough to cause a panic attack. I manage them by closing my eyes and trying to "empty my mind". Repeating to myself that I'm OK and this will pass only makes it worse, and makes it last longer. But each person reacts differently.

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06/09/2007 15:35
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I have always been insecure with myself, "Fake" with people, unsure and naive feeling..I have tried this year to get myself together..but lately, the feelings of panic have gone away. Paranoia is less and the heart racing is less...But the reason is because recently, I feel like I am going to fall over..I am unsure of my body..mind..and feel disoriented..and kind of feel like just a blob wandering around. Like..I force myself to "socialize" and connect with people but it always feels strange. I have always had this problem..and seen connections/patterns with things..and I am trying to pay less attention and just relax and sociallize...but its tiring. I think I am depersonalizing..or something because I can only focus on my nose infront of my face as I am looking out. Sometimes, close to people and yet they seem strange to me. I feel alone..and disconnected from my comfort in knowing I cared about others..or they cared for me. I just feel like a blob walking around. Things seem pointless and I cry every night. I've always lived in my head..trying to do that less and talk to others...but..I dunno. I can't figure out wtf is going on. Im scared I am disappearing.

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06/17/2007 12:21
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I know exactly, but exactly what you're saying, Ibreakatthemooncafe.

I sometimes feel the same in social situations, but not always.

I usually can't concentrate enough to relax (what a paradox, huh?), and I can't just "forget" myself, and be less aware. Cause, at least in my case, this is it. I'm too self-aware.

Do you get these feelings only in public? Do you get them with really close people, or family?

I know in my case it may be because of my mom - she was against having friends, inviting people over, she tried to desocialize me and my dad, herself being very antisocial (yeah, she's a nutcase).

Do you think there may be something related to your childhood or family?

Did you talk to anybody about this, or went to a doctor/psychologist/therapist of any kind?

Were you ever diagnosed with antisocial behaviour, or with any kind of social disorder?

Hmmm... read your post again, I so identify.

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06/18/2007 00:35
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I always get these feelings. I always get the feelings, as well..that people want something more from me than JUST friendship..like they are fucking with me...or they are interested in me sexually. I am an attractive person..and intense..by nature. I was sex.abused by a family member when I was 14. I've been detached but too sensitive to what people are saying...I am gifted with words and knowing how to fix others problems..but..I am unclear with myself and socializing is very worrisome..for me. No..I have never been diagnosed with that. But. That would make sense..maybe.

I have a therapist appointment on Wednesday. And yes, with mom and dad...everyone..I feel this way.

I over-sleep..hate doing anything..not interested in anything...I think you are right with being too self-aware..and not being to let go...um..well because I am usually in the right time at the right moment to take care of someone....or give advice. I don't understand it.

I feel a deadness inside. Always have.

Mom was this way ..interesting..my ex-bf has a similiar past. Funny how people attract each other, huh?

Thanks for the words..share anything else you find is helpful.

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06/18/2007 00:42
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I've heard this happens when people depersonallize..I've read...
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