Does Depersonalization Come Back (After Recovery!)
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Can Depersonalization come back after recovery?
The prospect of Depersonalization coming back in the future can seem VERY daunting. It may have been caused by weed, trauma, even a panic attack. But what's to say that you won't have another experience like that and find yourself back to square one?
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Disclaimer: Please note that the medical information contained within this video is not intended as a substitute for consultation with a professional physician and is not a recommendation of specific therapies
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What if my dp was caused by eating disorder?? Is it just the same as any other dp?
@@user-pf1rj5fo4n Read this, I think you'll find it useful 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/what-causes-depersonalization-disorder/
@@Dpmanual thank you, this article is very useful, but there is nothing said about eating disorders.😔 I mean, I have not as much dp thoughts, as thoughts about food. And it makes me really nervous, because I haven't heard about people with the exact same problem
Brother You're alot helpfull just my last question. Bro can u recover and get back your power????
@@unknownbetablockers5105 Yep 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/back-to-normal-after-depersonalization/
You are an angel, you saved my life at that time. I was so afraid to look for information because I was afraid of what I might find. When I saw your video, it was the beginning of relief, your way of explaining and how nice it is to see the specifics of why everything happens. It's been a year since I suffered from it and I was able to recover 100% in time. Thanks for everything
Glad I could help! 😊😊
How please
How
As soon as I looked for information I got hit with Schizophrenia and I know deep down it’s cause I smoked too much and I had a panic attack but I still can’t shake the fear.
This is exactly how I was feeling too. I didn't do any research even tho I felt like I was losing my mind because I was scared that what I would find would just confirm my fears that I was losing my mind. I struggled a lot with anxiety and panic attacks as a kid and I believed that I got over that and so when this started occurring, I didn't fully believe that it could be caused by anxiety as well. But that's the insidious nature of anxiety. It poses as whatever you're most anxious about.
Hello Shaun and everyone else reading!
Just wanted to leave a little message of encouragement to anyone who is suffering from depersonalization.
I had a really bad weed experience back in december of 2019 and it left me with intrusive thoughts, depersonalization and derealization, which is a terrible combination. At the time I didn't know what any of those experiences were and what they meant about me as a person, I was terrified of the thought that I was going mad and that weed had sort of "unlocked" something in my brain and that I was going to turn into a psycopath and harm the people I love and myself. I was so so scared of ANYTHING, I was also certain that there was something wrong with my body, I paid too much attention to any type of pain I felt and assume the worst, I remember once my elbow was hurting a little and my first thought was "I knew it, elbow cancer it's the way I'll die" which now sounds completely ridiculous but at the moment I was so frightened by it. Of course none of that actually happened and now I feel like myself again, never harmed anyone and I'm as healthy as a lettuce. I had actually forgotten about DP for a long while and remembered it after seeing this video on my feed.
I know how lost and scared you feel and how dark everything may seem right now but please believe me that it DOES get better, you WILL feel like yourself again, the DP manual helped me a whole lot and it sped up my recovery tremendously, understanding what was going on in my head and why I was feeling what I was feeling helped me so much. Something else that helped me a lot was to be more active, going for a jog, lifting weights, going for walks, climb mountains, be in contact with nature, basically anything that made me feel more connected with my body. I'd recommend to find any new hobby that is physical and makes you feel your body.
As for the intrusive thoughts I found a book that also helped me understand what was going on with my head, its called: "Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts: A CBT-Based Guide to Getting Over Frightening, Obsessive, or Disturbing Thoughts" by Sally M. WinstonMartin N. Seif. They explain really well what intrusive thoughts are and aren't, and they give you strategies to overcome them.
Thanks Shaun! I feel like myself once again and you were a big part of it.
To anyone struggling with DP/DR or intrusive thoughts, please believe me that it does get better, understanding the conditions and why they are happening was my first step to recovery.
If anyone feels like they need someone to talk to about this leave me a message, I'll respond as soon as I can, or we could talk through whatsapp as well.
I wish everyone a speedy recovery, you got this!
Thank you for your comment. Currently i'm strugeling with intrusive thoughts , what kind of strategies describe in the book you mentioned did you use against them?
(I already try to apply the "chance focus" of shaun)
Thank you
@@lucian1511 I’m having trouble not putting a time on my recovery day but it’s been a while now since I started my recovery
Does the feeling ever come back because i was a month doing good than 3 days ago after a drinking night out it came back?
What if you feel like you’ve had it ur whole life
Hey I'm going through this right now and I just want to say thank you so much for this, also wanted to ask did you feel like things looked smaller or bigger like shrinkage? Because every time I'm in my room I feel like my tv gets bigger or my dressers get bigger, then once in the bathroom I feel like everything gets smaller also overthink at times and that's what gets me into panic mod even tho I know it's not real I still freak out badly, thank you so much
You're a legend mate. I had it come on after excessive drinking. I quit alcohol for 9 months and was afraid to drink as I was fearful it would trigger the DP. Now my relationship is much better with alcohol and I can drink again with no DP. If you're reading this you will recover, trust me. I did and I got it and went through the brunt of it without even knowing what it was. Embrace the feeling if it ever comes, don't be afraid. Like any emotion and feeling, it comes and goes.
Thanks for your comment Jake and I'm very glad to hear you're doing so well 😊
No way, me too! Did it happen after an alcohol-related panic attack the day after? That happened to me 6 months ago and I'm just starting to recover from the DP now. Really hope I can get back in a healthy relationship with alcohol too, haven't had a drink in a while from fear of it. Hope you're doing well mate.
@@ublionheart3068how are you now?
Shaun you are a genius, I cried watching new videos, thanks to you I completely defeated depersonalization in just 4 months, I thought that I had already died, I thought that this would never pass, and I am very happy today watching your new videos, respect to you, you are a genius bro please don't quit this job, you're good at helping people, thanks again bro, hello from tajikistan
You're very welcome, and I'm so happy to hear that you've recovered! 😊😊
Hey, you are recovered fully?
@@mehvishahmed3486
Yes 100% recover
DP struck me in December 2021 as a result of a panic attack driven by PTSD and work-related stress. Now into April 2022, things have improved vastly. Without your videos, this progress wouldn’t have been achieved - thank you. To anyone suffering, hang on in - things do become better.
Delighted to hear you're doing so well and that the videos have been useful 😊😊
Are you recovered? Thanks
@@Bosanska19Ljepotica yes, no longer experience DP/DR. I have thoughts back to the experience but it doesn’t trigger me anymore. I hardly think about it. Remember it’s your brain tricking you, there is nothing to fear. Take care.
Even though I know what it is I can't seem to NOT focus on it and NOT be terrified by it. Trying to figure out how to remedy this...
So thankful for your videos, brother!
So glad to hear the videos have been helpful! And don't forget to head over to my website at www.dpmanual.com, there’s tons of info and tips on DP recovery there 😊
Hey man! I watched your videos after having it for maybe 2 years and shortly after I got better and am fully recovered ❤️ I appreciate your content so much and I try to share it whenever I can . Hopefully it never comes back
Thanks for your comment and I'm delighted to hear you've fully recovered!! 😊😊
@@revenantfitnessacademy have you been to a doctor? I've had mine for a month but I'm pretty sure it's due to anxiety. My friend has had dp for a year now and he isn't worried about it, it seems that it's become normal for him too. I know that a dopamine imbalance can cause symptoms of DP so maybe that's it? Go to a doctor.
@Owen Hughes it went away after a year??completely?ok if you felt dp without anxious feeling means then what is dp? Iam asking this bcs iam confused with what is dp, but i know iam not normal like before, while watching movie in theater i feel disturbed and confused , normally i enjoy movie like everyone did, but now with dp it becomes worst heavy headed feeling. is that feeling you have faced? Not only in watching movie, in every activity i do i feel like this heavy headnesd or pressure in my eyes
@Owen Hughes ok bro...today iam also feeling better
@Owen Hughes ok bro😍 thanks for your advice
5:47 100% true statement right there. As soon as I started ignoring DP, it automatically went away
Glad to hear you're doing well! 😊😊
How long do you suffer from it?
Me too ❤️
Thanks bro I had depersonalization after smoking maryjuana, it all lasted 1 week, I recovered thanks to your videos thanks for being there
Delighted that you're feeling better! 😊
I have not made a full recovery but im 80% there. Your videos and insight has changed my life and im so grateful. Bless you
Glad to hear it Jacob, keep up the good work! 😊
Shaun “with another one”
Not all hero’s wear capes
Thanks for the uploads and generating awareness, insight, and understanding to tackle this issue🤙🏿
Thank you! 😊😊
2:43 Ha! This is relatable. I once had a panic attack, where I felt like my consciousness is going to disappear and I only cling to existence by sheer willpower and determination. It was hell of a ride, I can imagine what you have felt
Had the same thing. I have been dealing with anxiety for some time and I learned how to manage it, but DP was on a whole different level...it is getting better fortunately so I hope for a full recovery soon
It is an adventure 🤣. I felt like my soul will leave my body if I lose control of myself
You really don’t know how helpful you are, you being relaxed and being calm, and willing to help, makes me feel so much better! I’m way better since my panic attack/bad drug experience, but still experience it from time to time, and during high levels of anxiety, but it’s only been 4 months, so I’m optimistic it will eventually all go away!😁
Happy to help Travis, and I'm very glad to hear you're feeling better 😊 Keep up the good work!
how are you now
This makes me feel better, I love all your videos and the way you explain things in order and how things work thank you so much we need more people like you
Very glad the videos have been helpful ❤️😊
This manuel legitimately saved my life. Thank you so much.
So happy to hear that Meg 😊❤️
Hi! Have you made any recovery process? I’m considering purchasing the manual because my recovery hasn’t been consistent
@@piperjeffrey7125 I am fully recovered from DP. I haven’t had any sort of relapse since I initially had it two years ago. My “episode” if you will lasted about 5 months. Once I found this channel and purchased the manual I listened to it every day and even fell asleep to it. If I ever felt like I was going back into a dark place I would put on my headphones and listen to a section of it. Like I said, I am fully recovered and haven’t needed it since, but I still keep it downloaded on my phone in case I ever need it. I’d definitely say it’s worth a shot if it’s in your means to purchase it. It helped me and I hope it helps you. Good luck ❤️
@@megdazed5410 thank you! I will be purchasing it then :) I definitely have good days and bad days and my biggest issue right now is the fear of it. I will feel other anxiety symptoms and immediately think “Oh no it’s coming back!” which then makes me feel it and cause it to stay because I keep thinking about it. Im hoping the manual helps me with this
I’ve been suffering depersonalisation since I was 15, i’m 18 now, I didn’t recover yet but i adapted and slowly accepted to live with my condition. I’m scared that I will slowly become emotionally numb and never fully recover from this. I try to hide my depression the best I can but I feel like crying on random occasions, I hope to God he will free me from this burden. I’m young and I don’t want to waste my youth , memories and opportunities because of this.
Hey, thanks for your comment. Firstly, please make sure that you’re speaking to your parents about what’s happening. It’s very important that they know what’s going on. Secondly, I know DP can be frightening but remember that it's just your body and brain's natural response to stress and anxiety. It's not permanent and it can't hurt you. You can and will recover. Make sure to read through all the info and articles on my website at www.dpmanual.com
And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DP 👍
You need to find help man, you’re not alone.
@@anon9402 i’m working on myself mentally and physically, i feel like i’m doing better
@@crr434 I’m glad for you dude. Me too, some days it feels like I’m doing better. We can get through this
So grateful that we found you. Our daughter, 15 years, was recently diagnosed with PTSD and we are pretty sure that she is suffering with DP as well. Look to me that both diagnosis are deeply connected, also nobody really talks about DP.
We will order your manual for our daughter, she is so desperately wanting to live a normal life.
Thanks 🙏☀️
Thanks for your comment Sabine and I'm very happy to hear my material has been useful for you and your daughter! 😊😊
I’d like to thank you shaun and the comments for helping me getting over my dp I always thought I was the only one who had this condition and that I was rare until I found out several people had this problem I started feeling somewhat safe and comfortable knowing people were going the same procces as me, I then had the guts to tell my mom I opened up to her when I did that I tell u i felt so much better knowing you don’t have to suffer by yourself
Thanks so much for your comment and I'm delighted to hear the material has been so helpful! 😊😊
Man i wish i found you sooner! I started to have dp/dr 1 month ago because of a very bad weed experience. For 1 month i thought that i was going crazy or i will become schizophrenic! Now because of anxiety i cant sleep and have hypnogogia, causing me to have panic attacks at night convincing my brain that i am schizophrenic. But after watching your videos i feel like i am calming. Thank you 🙏 You deserve a place in heaven
Thanks for your comment and welcome to the channel! 😊
How are you now?
This is really helpful, I have been experiencing this for 2 straight years and the reason was right infront of me I was just afraid of it and used to overthink about everything and every little and meaningless thing that made it even worse rather than helping me overcome it or help me figure out how to get rid of it. Once I stopped the worrying and overthinking it faded away so quickly and now I am able to feel things as before.
Delighted the video was so helpful 😊
How you stop worrying
@@MichaelSimmons-wu6tn Just go by your day, focus on the moment focus on the task you're doing.
To anyone reading my comments believe me I followed this guy I recovered fully and I did drug again n got snickers attached which triggered it again trust my word this goes fully
Glad to hear you've recovered! 😊
What did I do to get rid of it and how much did it take to recover from it 100/100
I suffered for 19 days . Your videos helped me. I won’t even wish this for my worst enemy 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️🤮🤮
Glad to hear the videos were helpful 😊
Thank you very much for this video. Everything that this man is saying is completely true. I have gone through every stage. Mine was a cannabis induced panic attack and paranoia that led to it.
I have been on SSRIs for a long time now and on a very low dosage. 5mg Escitalopram and less. I have recently also felt it coming back due to unknown reasons. I actually tried to lift big weight at the gym, been drinking alcohol at the same day and the day after I knew it was there. However , previously i was scared of that feeling of being disconnected or in a brain fog. Now, I have already made peace with myself, knowing it will go away, and I live with it until it does. I am writing this knowing that a lot of people obsessed on topics and forums are looking for people " like themselves". It feels good knowing youre not alone and that youre the only one that has it. I hope my message helps a single human being, cause I was so desperate back at the time for help. Acknowledge it, stop fearing it, live your life, socialize and youll move on.
Thanks for your comment and I'm very happy to hear that you're doing so well 😊😊
Thank you Shaun. Finding your channel is a real boost to my recovery.
Happy to help ️😊
Wow I just asked myself this question yesterday and as always you’ve got the answer! Thanks man
Happy to help! 😊
this video gave me so much comfort. thank you
I'm so glad! 😊😊
Dude you still around with this wow man I remember finding you years back helped a lot
Yep, still going 😊 Glad the material was helpful! 👍
I love your videos... you were the first person who got me out of the fear of anxiety and dp
So glad the videos have been helpful! 😊😊
I'm really grateful for what you do with people who have/had our disorder. Your series really does save lives 😭. I've been struggling to be honest. I cut a toxic person out of my life who I had a horrid fight with and triggered my dpdr again and now it feels like I'm in a rut. Originally I smoked ALOT of weed. But this episode of it was the worst with all extreme symptoms. Now I'm in a manageable episode but it makes everything feel dull 😮💨. Sometimes it's hard to think this is gonna not go away. But I'm really grateful for your manual because I wouldn't even be able to manage the second time without it 😊
Thanks so much for your comment Angel and I'm delighted to hear that the videos have been so useful 😊 And don't worry, you can and will recover, 100%. Keep up the good work! 😊
Over the past two months I have had feelings of DP. As a 19 Y/O medical patient who uses cannabis to help with Epilepsy, Depression, ADHD, ODC, etc, I smoked pretty much every night for about a month straight after receiving my Green card, Mainly indicas because I like the body high and almost healing feeling it gives.
One day, I might have been more depressed than usual and figured I'd smoke something stronger, a Sativa my step-dad grew. I knew little about it, but I thought I knew it would get me feeling back to myself.. little did I know of the power of Cannabis in a state like that.
I had a full blown Drug-Induced Psychosis episode from just pot! It was definitely more of a Schizophrenic experience as I was hearing voices commenting on things I was doing, only for about 10-15 mins. After that I then realized that I don't even feel high, just like I'm in a dream state reality almost. I felt that same exact feeling, every day for 2 weeks after that. In those 2 weeks I was obsessed with Google answers for what I was feeling (not realizing I was making it worse).
By the end of the 1st week I was certain I had, or was developing schizophrenia (even though I only had that experience one time on pot). End of the 2nd week I start having Auditory Hallucinations when I'm falling asleep or just waking up. I read that these are actually fairly common so I didn't put much thought into it, Until I started having Sleep Paralysis when I would wake up and Panic Attacks at night.
Then I thought I had some sort of permanant Sleeping disorder now.
I see now that Depersonalization can cause many anxiety driven thoughts. And my ADHD, and ODC definitely don't help when I get intrusive thoughts like that. It has been 2 weeks since my last Panic Attack but still get Anxieties throughout the day.
Focusing on what I need to do each and everyday has been helping me keep my mind busy. I'm glad I got to write this, it feels like a little weight has been lifted. I look forward to more of your videos!
Thanks for reading!
I love you bro and i filly understand what u have to do , i will update you
Keep up the good work! 😊
Beautifully said Shaun I just wanted to say thank you for what you do.
You are very welcome! 😊
Thank you so much, you cleared all my doubts and kind of saved my life. If this channel wasn't there I wouldn't have any hope that I would recover any time soon because of people saying they had dp/dr for about 6-9 years and you won't be same after recovery your perspective would change etc but you on the other hand said the exact opposite. Now I know that dp isn't a thing to focus on at all it's been 15-16 days I don't remember that much but I feel like it's been 2 weeks and now I'm starting to recover by focusing on how to delete the anxiety that is causing it thanks a lot Shaun really appreciate it man.
Glad to hear the channel has been helpful 😊😊
Hey shaun! My DPDR is now coming and going. Does that mean im recovering? You're doing gods work here!! And hearing a farmiliar voice talk about this (Irish 😂) was just an extra cherry on top! Thank you for all youre hard work youve done for this matter.
Hey Noel, yeah that's a good sign! 😊 Read this, I think you'll find it useful www.dpmanual.com/articles/what-does-depersonalization-recovery-feel-like/
A little to much coffee can bring it on but I know what it is when it comes . This might sound a little crazy but I like practicing letting it come on and I just let it come like a big wave of the ocean and I picture myself just standing there and letting it have me but, I continue on with my business in hand and it fades away because I didn’t give in to the fear.
Thanks for your comment -- That's a good suggestion and I hope you're feeling better! 😊
While Shaun is undoubtedly doing a wonderful job of helping people going through this tough phase, you can help yourself just as much by thinking about your family or loved ones. Whenever you have thoughts like 'Why you exist' just tell yourself it's because of your family. Personally it helped me a lot.
Thanks for your comment and I'm glad to hear you're feeling better 😊
I like this. Depersonalization and anxiety is rough, but what’s helped me is reaching out. I thought I was going crazy, but really I’m just realizing I’ve been had anxiety . Social anxiety to be exact, and it’s caused by overthinking. I’m learning that by focusing on the present will slowly help me recover.
@@s.s5933 Keep up the good work 😊 And don't worry, you're not going crazy: www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-three-reasons-youre-not-going-crazy-2/
For anyone struggling out there with dp/dr. You will be okay. Trust me just keep yourself in prayer and keep moving forward just know that dp/dr will go away on its own of course the only thing you can do is to keep going on with your life and you will eventually come back to normal. DP/DR is just a temporary situation that is based off a traumatic experience. Always remind yourself that you are really every day and you will get through it. All is way stay true and blessed.
Well said, thank you! 😊
Update: I have been healed and I’m back to normal what did I do? Like I said before it goes away and don’t worry about it coming back. As further research such it most likely won’t. It’s only based off of a bad experience that you end up giving over within 2 weeks for me it took the whole month of July and I’m back to normal keep praying and moving forward
@@syedahbowden1512 Glad to hear you're doing so well 😊😊
@@syedahbowden1512 how please
anyone else just not have the urge to think about dp later in the day it’s like it just get way better but then in the beginning it’s not
I experienced DP after a bad drug experience, completely recovered on my own after 2 years and then it came back a few months after I recovered. It was worse. I couldn’t believe how much worse it was. It was because I was going through some stress, and a bit of anxiety started popping up here and there. Then I got sick and was put on steroids. That absolutely set me off again. Its been a couple months that ive been through this the second time, I feel like im recovering quicker than last time but it still feels like forever. Last time (during lockdown) I stayed in bed for MONTHS. Now im actually getting out. These past few days have been so relieving, I still have a bjt of the dreamy feeling but the anxiety and panic attacks have resided for the most part. Though it happened again, and was arguably worse, the recovery has been faster.
Thanks for your comment and I'm glad to hear you've been feeling better the last few days. And don't worry, it doesn't matter what caused it or how long you've had it, you can always switch DPDR off completely by stopping the anxiety that's causing it 😊 Read this carefully: www.dpmanual.com/articles/how-long-does-depersonalization-last/
Thank you sir for your book, I developed it about 9 years ago and your audio book was the only thing that calmed me down, I am 99percent cured now meaning I get it when I'm stressed.
Low levels too
Glad to hear you're doing so well! 😊
Keep up the good work brotha!
Appreciate it 😊😊
Marvelous words!!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Glad the video was helpful! 😊😊
@3:52 I haven't been anxious about DP for about 23 years, and I still have it.
Read this, I think you'll find it useful 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-without-anxiety/
It goes away guys, just relax and don't think about it :) I speak from experience I had it a long time as a teen but with time you really don't care about it anymore and that's when it goes away :))
Glad to hear you're doing so well Jasmin 😊
After coming out on the other side TWICE, It was scary as shit I mean literally I even thought about suicide, But what helped was One no medication, No weed, No liquor, No thing just Prayer, Exercise, Time and patience, Stop googling shit seriously stop looking online for answers, Stop everything, It will go away trust me, I honestly was in and out of the hospital, Scared for my life I couldn’t drive I couldn’t conversate I couldn’t do anything without panicking and slipping into that dark place, But I started to challenge it and it took maybe over a year or so but that’s because I already has anxiety and ptsd and I didn’t want to do the work, If your reading this is I was once YOU, But prayer got me through and I’m blessed to be where I am mentally, Although I still sometimes get triggered about that bad trip but I honestly I am about 90% better with what happened and I’m 100% cured from the depersonalization, Stay strong 💪🏾
You saved my life
So happy to hear that 😊
I first experienced DR when I was 15 after a night's long bad trip from weed. In time I learnt to live with it and to ignore it, I got on with my life and have accomplished plenty of things since then, even though it was kind of always there in the back of my mind. Sometimes it would pop back up and try and persist but just ignoring it usually made it go away. I am now 24 and have been suffering from very intense DR for the past month. It's so much worse than it ever was before, so much so that I feel like I am going mad, competely losing my mind, my concentration/memory... The feeling is so intense that's it's impossible to ignore it, therefore I obsess over it, and start thinking perhaps I have some other medical condition making the DR symptoms worse (like tumour, brain infection etc) but blood tests and MRI all clear. Or that perhaps getting older / cognitive capacities diminishing make the DR feel worse.
It came back out of nowhere, during a time I was utterly happy and loving life. I think the irony is that the DR came back because of the DR. One day the brain fog was somewhat worse than usual, and instead of dismissing it, I let it get to me, started panicking, and was so afraid that the DR would come back or get worse , that it did. I have now been stuck in a vicious circle and negative spirals for over a month and don't know how to stop the anxious feedback loop.
That being said, watching your videos is very reassuring. Today I have felt a little soothed for the first time in weeks, and have gained a little hope. Thank you.
Thanks for your comment and I'm very glad to hear the video was useful 😊
I find it difficult to not care about depersonalisation
Don't worry, it gets easier as your recovery continues 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/what-does-depersonalization-recovery-feel-like/
I have PTSD and ADHD. I took 1/4 of an edible and every other day I trip. Everything feels like a dream, very far away. I question wether I did something or not. I’m cranky and mouthy. I hate this.
Idk I pretty much recovered and have smoked and consumed weed and the anxiety around the drug doesn’t matter or bother me anymore / I overcame that aspect personally.
What did I do to get rid of it and how much did it take to recover from it 100/100
@@mahmoudelsaraf1094 Basically I trained my brain and mind to expect it to happen and know exactly what it feels like so when it does creep up on me I can easily dismiss it as being not important
its very strange, when i have it i can not think about how life is without it, en when i dont have it i can not think about how it is to have
That's called State-Dependent Memory, it's a very common phenomenon in psychology. And don't worry because it's a very useful tool in your recovery! Read these articles carefully:
www.simplypsychology.org/context-and-state-dependent-memory.html
www.dpmanual.com/articles/what-does-depersonalization-recovery-feel-like/
I had depersonalization after my first time consuming cannabis. Well it only lasted for 2-3 days and I thought it was an interesting and fun experience (well, me not being scared of it, is probably what made it go away), but I can see how it can quickly get more scary the longer it lasts.
That's an astute observation, it does tend to last longer when you're focused on the sensation and feeling scared of it: www.dpmanual.com/about/depersonalization-definition-what-is-it/
I don’t fear it I just think about to much
Don’t worry, existential / intrusive thoughts like that are super common with DPDR and all anxiety-based conditions. I know they can be frightening but they will fade away and stop as your recovery continues:
www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-fears-and-anxious-thoughts/
I developed it after I did shrooms after a bad trip I was nervous about every little things the day after and weeks after I felt sad and depressed I was so worried I would never be better my sight was weird like fog like I can hardly think for myself it started for me on August 22 2022 and I still feel it now but I can tell that is is disappearing. You helped me when I was stressing I saw this video thank you so much g I thought I was going crazy I felt like I was doing irrational things several times a day
THANK YOU 🙏🏼
You're welcome! 😊
thank you really helping me out
Happy to help! 😊😊
hi sean im 15 and ate an edible for the first time in school at he end of january with an interesting reaction but near the end of february i felt like i was high again a week later after that i was walking in the hallway with my friend and every thing started feeling like a dream like i was high with out the high( makes everything look bigger it starts to echo when i talk my mouth starts getting dry) and a week later thats when everything looked different something started looking a little familiar today but not all the way .. but earlier i felt like i was high again its terrible frustrating and scary and when i tell my friends there so confused i feel like im going crazy so i try not speak on it much havent told my mother or any family members really
Hey, thanks for your comment 😊 Firstly, please make sure that you’re speaking to your parents about what’s happening. It’s very important that they know what’s going on. Secondly, I know DP can be frightening but remember that it's just your body and brain's natural response to stress and anxiety. It's not permanent and it can't hurt you. You can and will recover. Make sure to read through all the info and articles on my website at www.dpmanual.com
And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DP 👍
I am 35 now & I had the same experience last year…. Edibles panic attack and weeks after 🥺🥺🥺 I can relate
@@mrsjackson9391 hi i never had a panic attack that’s why i was so confused
@@Holden222 I get what you’re saying now. I had the effect of the edibles I was hallucinating and out of fear there comes the panic attack. I went to the doctor and was revived 1 week later I had the same symptoms as if I had just eaten it I went back to the ER and got some pills 1 week later same thing.
@@mrsjackson9391 😳wow did they help ?
i have had dp for 2 almost 3 years now, i’m too young for this man, it’s so scary i just want things to go back to normal😭
Hey, thanks for your comment. Firstly, please make sure that you’re speaking to your parents about what’s happening. It’s very important that they know what’s going on. Secondly, I know DP can be frightening but remember that it's just your body and brain's natural response to stress and anxiety. It's not permanent and it can't hurt you. You can and will recover. Make sure to read through all the info and articles on my website at www.dpmanual.com
And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DP 👍
please I'm Spanish
The video includes Spanish subtitles and The DP Manual includes complete Spanish translations 😊
I have a question. So the most common tip to get over it, is not to research it, google it, looking at forums, etc. But then what about reading a book about it? Does it not trigger it? Im just genuinely asking, because I want to read the book.
Great question 😊 The issue with research is that it's never-ending, there's always more websites, forums, posts. The DP Manual is completely different in that it's sandboxed and designed to be the last thing you ever need to learn on the topic. Read this for more info: www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-forums-why-you-must-avoid-them/
I'am 17 few months ago in July due to a bad weed experience (the biggest mistake of my life) first i was feeling good but few minutes later i felt like i was in a dream i started to panic and the worst part i
was on the way to home and it was quite dark i started to panic my heart rate increased alot my vision was very shaky type i felt i would die i said my friends they didn't may much attention i ran on the road and i reached home and went in my room got a worst panic attack and next morning i felt increased fear and was very scared i got 2 more panic attacks after that and i always felt sad and fear which i can't even express even few days ago
i felt intense sadness ......But right now i feel my anxieties are dropping down and hope i will get back normal soon.
Bro it happened a couple years ago after a bad trip (which could be due to some laced weed because it wasn’t mine) but Honestly it’s just a simple mental blockage. You just have to not focus on it and once you stoped focusing on it it will wear off like it was nothing. My depersonalization lasted for 3 months. People will say that it’s a problem but they are always focusing on « I’m I still high » or « Will this change my mental forever » or « I’m not the same anymore ». If you just carry with your life do some sports and focus on one thing at a time and stop thinking about « I’m I ok ? » you will return to normal just like I did. I’m currently 19 years old, still smoking weed from time to time and studying in architecture in college. If I could do it you can do it! Just stop thinking about it! 💪
thank you so much for your videos
Happy to help! ❤️😊
Hey Shaun I’m just wondering if this is a sign it’s going away. Ok so I have had depersonalization for about a few weeks and the feelings come and go is that a sign it’s going away?
Read this, I think you'll find it useful 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/what-does-depersonalization-recovery-feel-like/
Thank you for this last year i had this for few months but it went away, i have read your book and watched almost all of your videos. If you guys have any questions just ask me i want to help because i know how scary it is
Glad to hear you've recovered 😊😊
Did you have forgetfulness and sometimes say things that you only thought of for a sec and that you never intended to say but say it anyway without any warning ?
@@c.lalvenhima2306 Hmm I don't think i ever said something without warning but i did forget all time and couldn't even comprehend where i was at the moment
@@postmalone7403 my friend what I meant to say ''did you says words without thinking much of the consequences'' ,like for example when someone ask you something and you just answered 'yes' without thinking.
Or did you do things that you don't intend to do in the first place, like taking out two cups of coffe for yourself(without thinking) and you just stood there frozen with shock.
@@postmalone7403 did you get anxiety attacks from it? Life feels like a dream.
Will I get my sense of humour back? Pls tell me 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
And how do I get this completely out of my mind both depersonalization and anxiety 🤔🤔🤔
Thank you for the vid very good 👍 keep it up you are the best teacher ever
It will take only one week right? Ok
Don't worry, you'll get your sense of humour back! You can and will recover from DP and get 100% back to normal 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/back-to-normal-after-depersonalization/
@@Dpmanual I thank you so much you are lovely ☺️ thank you! Wishing you luck for you books and videos 🤗👍🌌 happy business
But one more thing sir 1️⃣ is making scenarios also a part of this disease 😞 I never make scenarios 😓
@@fillingholes9532 how are u now ?
I stop the anxiety, i don't afraid anymore by the DP and DR but I still feel it, I been trough a bout two years learning and traning my mind, I removed all my anxiety but when i stop to think if i still got it, I feel the DP/DR but whithout anxiety
Read this carefully, I think you'll find it very useful 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-without-anxiety/
so you're telling me that if I recover it can return to moments of stress, anxiety and other strong emotions??
It's a normal symptom of anxiety and most people will experience it briefly from time to time 😊www.dpmanual.com/articles/does-depersonalization-come-back/
@@Dpmanual ok but what I'm asking you is that when it goes away will you occasionally experience it in stressful situations? because I don't know if I could do it.
@@Dpmanual can you Respond me plesee
@@user-qg6kg3ok9pyo just want to let you know that it’s all in your mental once you’ll stopped worrying about it you’ll be good 👍 like he said in the video depersonalization if the fear of becoming someone else or not feeling the same but in reality it’s just your brain tricking you. Once you’ll understand how it works you’ll be a o k
i still have dp every day but i have longer breaks between when i feel it is that a sign that im recovering
how do you feel now?
I recovered after 2 years but from 1 week I'm having dp again. But this time I'm about to give up I'm only 16 years old😥 I'm having dp 24/7
Hey, thanks for your comment. Firstly, please make sure that you’re speaking to your parents about what’s happening. It’s very important that they know what’s going on. Secondly, I know DP can be frightening but remember that it's just your body and brain's natural response to stress and anxiety. It's not permanent and it can't hurt you. You can and will recover. Make sure to read through all the info and articles on my website at www.dpmanual.com
And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DP 👍
@@Dpmanual thanks 💓. I just want to live normal life like before
@@fyp3173 Don't worry, you can and will get 100% back to normal 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/back-to-normal-after-depersonalization/
Hi! Have you made any recovery process? I’m considering purchasing the manual because my recovery hasn’t been consistent
@@piperjeffrey7125 hi Jeffrey
I didn't purchased any manual.
My psychiatrist told me to take medicines for anxiety only for some months and today i am 100% recovered.
Don't worry consult a Psychiatrist and you'll recover fully very soon
I've had panic disorder and dp/dr etc since I was 4, I'm 20 and feel like I'm sort of recovering.
Don't worry, it doesn't matter what caused it or how long you've had it, you can always switch DP off completely by stopping the anxiety that's causing it 😊 Read this carefully: www.dpmanual.com/articles/how-long-does-depersonalization-last/
Hlo u are telling that anxiety is the reason to all these can u do a video about how to avoid anxiety
Hey, thanks for your comment! 😊 If you head over to my website at www.dpmanual.com, there’s tons of info and tips on anxiety / DP recovery there 😊
Thank you very much… i feel much and much better every single day, but sometimes i feel sad depressed at some moments beacuse i know i got this condition… what should i do about it?
Hey , I did inhalents about 8 months ago and I had the biggest trip ever it was absolutely terrifying , i still get the feeling i am in the trip due to ptsd, over this time i have developed DP and feel like absolutely nothing is real and life just seems fake and like ill wake up any second from this trip. I cannot think of anything else but these horrid thoughts. I really want to get out of this.
Hey Ella, thanks for your comment 😊 Don’t worry, that all sounds like a very typical case of drug-induced DP to me. I know it can be frightening but remember that it's just your body and brain's natural response to stress and anxiety. It's not permanent and it can't hurt you 😊 You can and will recover! Make sure to read through all the info and articles on my website at www.dpmanual.com
And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DP.
Hey ur videos have been really helping me lately , I have had the dp effects as long as I can remember , but the effects just got more frequent and intense when I had this bad experience once with weed, also I have these weird dreams that sort of reflect the dp effects when I look back on them is it possible for dp to do this love you work man thx so much
Don’t worry, issues with sleeping and dreaming are very common with DP and all anxiety-based conditions 😊 I know it can be frustrating but they are temporary and harmless and will fade away and stop as your recover continues: www.dpmanual.com/articles/why-does-depersonalization-affect-sleep-and-dreams/
Hello Shaun and everyone reading . It's been 2 months I am in constant panic state due to dp , please help me I don't feel like myself and have constant fear of loosing my mind . I can't find my old self . Some days are quiet tough .
Hey, thanks for your comment 😊 I know DP can be scary but just remember that it’s a natural reaction to stress and anxiety, and people experience it all the time. The National Institute on Mental Illness estimates that up to 75% of people experience at least one depersonalization / derealization episode in their lives. It's part of your brain's natural defence mechanism and usually it only lasts a few seconds or minutes at a time. It's only when it's focused on as a separate problem (feeling like you're going crazy / in a dream etc) that it can turn into a feedback loop with the anxiety that caused it in the first place. But no matter what caused it or how long you've had it, you can always switch it off completely by stopping that anxious feedback loop. Make sure to carefully read through all the articles and info on my website at www.dpmanual.com
Where are u from?
I had a bad trip. Never again. I wonder when I’ll be normal again.
Don't worry, it doesn't matter what caused it or how long you've had it, you can always switch DP off completely by stopping the anxiety that's causing it 😊 Read this carefully: www.dpmanual.com/articles/how-long-does-depersonalization-last/
What if I fully understand it and I'm still terrified?
Thanks mate I feeling better
Glad to hear it! 😊
I have to say that my dp coming back.. :( first episode 2018.. From April to September maybe.. And after that dp came back in few days in 2019,2020,2021.. In 2022 came back in June and left maybe in November, December.. Last time came back in 2023 in April.. For few days... And now.. Came back maybe in August, September and still feeling.. ....why? I hate it :(
How can I not be afraid of it when it is the worst feeling.. not feeling anything and not being here? I'm scared of the experience and I'm scared that it's coming back and I'm scared when I feel it coming back again...
How can I not be afraid of it when it is the worst feeling.. not feeling anything and not being here? I'm scared of the experience and I'm scared that it's coming back and I'm scared when I feel it coming back again...
ok… I thought that i was recovered completely. But it feels like i still get the feelings of my heart beating faster and feeling that I’m seeing in virtual reality :( it takes about 5-15 minutes to go away and i kinda feel normal again. It’s just so weird that i don’t know am I really recovering😵💫 i would appreciate if you could help me or tell me that if this is normal :)
Hi, take a look at these articles, I think you'll find them very useful:
www.dpmanual.com/articles/what-does-depersonalization-recovery-feel-like/
www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-without-anxiety/
Hi! Have you made any recovery process? I’m considering purchasing the manual because my recovery hasn’t been consistent
Brother can I ask that why only cigaret makes uh feel worst when uh in dp !!! And dose gym and exercise good for recovery ! And what food we must avoid plz tell
Yep, go to the gym and get exercising! 😊 💪
@@Dpmanual can I recover!?
@@kamranhussain6117 Yes! 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/back-to-normal-after-depersonalization/
Is this a symptom of dp that we talk anything we don't have our control on it and it feels like I'm on autopilot? Will I be completely recovered? And will I get back to normal?
Don't worry, you can and will recover from DP and get 100% back to normal 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/back-to-normal-after-depersonalization/
Hello Shaun! So I have this question. Ive smoked weed about 4 months ago and mixed it with alcohol, which caused a very bad trip and very bad DPDR ever since. After 3 months, my anxiety faded away, because I completely distracted myself and then I saw big big progress for 2 weeks. I was about 90 % better, but then my progression stopped.
The following 2 weeks after that it hasnt changed. Its like things were real and all, but my memory was still very blurry, my eyes were not always focussed, and its like I became dumber and couldnt concentrate on things. I couldnt understand basic concepts anymore. When I watched psychological anime that I always loved, I couldnt understand anything which annoyed the hell out of me. This has caused me to get scared again, and now its almost like day 1.
My brother suffered from DPDR for about 4-5 YEARS and is still the same as me. Im scared that its something genetic with us, since we don't really have anxiety.
You okay now bro?
you do still have anxiety. Thinking about the condition and contemplating about every symptom is Anxiety. Remember that every time you have too many intrusive thoughts, that is a symptom of anxiety. Anxiety is not only the feeling of fear that you feel in your stomach but also contemplating and catastrophizing. Stop doing does things and you will recover 100%. Keep distracting yourself and destroy the loop of thoughts in which you are stuck in. I hope you see my reply. I am someone who has completly recovered from dp/dr.
I’ve been reading the comments and everyone is saying that they recovered but then it came back. How do you stop it from ever coming back again? Do you still feel the symptoms when your 100% recovered?
Hey man
I recovered from weed induced dpdr (had a panic attack because of being "too high"). It happened around 3 years ago an it took me a year to fully recover, your videos have helped my a lot through it thank you so much. My question is if it's possible for me to smoke weed again (I did it maybe two times after the recovery, the last time was one year ago). Can it cause dpdr to come up again, like I'm a type of person who should stay away from cannabis completely because I'm likely to suffer from these conditions induced by weed or is it just fine when I'm careful about the dosage so I am able to avoid a bad trip?
Hey Philipp, glad to hear you've recovered and that the videos were so useful! 😊 So ultimately the decision is up to you. I do know of people who have made complete DP recoveries and who have safely gone back to smoking weed. However, I would strongly recommend that you avoid weed and other drugs completely at the very least until you've made a complete and 100% recovery. Once you've recovered from DP and understand what the condition is, it's a lot less likely to return as an ongoing condition -- because if you ever happen to encounter the feelings again you will recognize them and can allow them to pass naturally. If you do decide to smoke again, I'd strongly suggest trying a weak strain or small amount at first, and seeing how you do with it. Again, the decision is up to you but please do exercise caution. Hope that helps!
@@Dpmanual thanks a lot for the helpful answer 😌
@@philipp2551 No worries! 😊
What did I do to get rid of it and how much did it take to recover from it 100/100
Do u feel as if it never happened?
Hey man i have question
Can Dp/Dr be caused by a fever after quitting heavy weed use ?
Hi John, read this, I think you'll find it useful: www.dpmanual.com/articles/what-causes-depersonalization-disorder/
I feel like I just can’t get rid of it, I’m socialist I go to work I do this and that but it kinda feels like my life would be too empty without that problem and that ist pretty weird. If I try to imagine a life without having those thoughts and feelings it even makes me scared. Do you know what I can do cause I feel like I’m just fucked
How long has it been for you?
Can someone please help my head constantly feels blocked or alot of pressure is this a depersonalisation symptom i need to know!!!
Yes don't worry, headaches and head pressure are very common symptoms of DP and all anxiety-based conditions: www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-exhaustion-and-muscle-pain/
And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DP 👍
A MESSAGE FOR PEOPLES WITH DP ( YOU CAN FULLY RECOVER JUST MAKE A VISIT TO A NEUROLOG, psycholog, even psychiatrist and be patient, pills are effective after 10 days, before 10 days you gonna start feeling that you are going worse, but actually you are not.)
i had an horrific anxiety and panic attack, due this i diagonsted with DP, for 2 and a half month i recovered full as normal.
How, first of all don't be conceited ( in term: i will pass this by my self ) because what are you doing is you are telling your brain "look we have to fight this thing" but unfortunately you are making it worse because you cant fight it by yourself, also trying to fight it by yourself can last for months or years, i have one of my friends which is ( it will go away by itself ) but it's been 9 months for him and it's still there.
What i did is: I went to a neurolog doctor i described everything with no shame end he gave me 2 pair of pills ( 1 is to feed brain because DP is doing damage to the brain this is why people with DP are confused when they see theirself in mirror ) and second is against anxiety and panic attack.
Hey can i ask you some, questions it Would help me!!
if I buy the manual how long is it gonna take to fully recover because I'm about to travel to a different country but I'm scared of traveling with this nightmare so I hope if u tell me how long is it gonna take to escape this dream
Hi there, check out these articles 😊
www.dpmanual.com/articles/how-long-does-depersonalization-last/
www.dpmanual.com/about/depersonalization-faq/
Hi! Have you made any recovery process? I’m considering purchasing the manual because my recovery hasn’t been consistent
i don’t focus on it but it’s still there
Head over to my website at www.dpmanual.com, there’s tons of info and tips on DPDR recovery there 😊 And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DPDR.
It will go away just accept it and move on with living normal life. You will start to feel real with time again
Sorry I haven't watched the full video, but I just wanted to add a few thoughts. I've had several episodes of DPDR over the last ten years. It has gotten better and then come back. The current episode that I'm in I believe was caused by getting off birth control, and actually hasn't been accompanied by nearly as much anxiety as past episodes have. It's more of a nagging annoying and frustrating feeling than one that is causing me to panic, because I've been here before and know I've gotten better. So I guess all I"ll say is this time I've been able to keep anxiety and fear of DP to a minimum, but it's still plaguing me and it's getting really annoying. I'm going back on birth control to see if that helps. But I agree that it is so much better than the first time around, when I thought I had a brain tumor or was dying.
when i look at something i think like that i cant see it and i cant perceive it.i pretended to be blind. why?
I don’t understand what your feeling can you be more specific so I could help
@@BizzyQC i read about man who blind, so then i think i am blind too. i dont why i have this think. i dont have eyes problem in my life, i am healthy. what is this?
@@user-sy1hh8dd4f go to a doctor
can you make a video on dp without anxiety
Good suggestion, I'll keep that in mind. In the meantime, read this carefully: www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-without-anxiety/
Having dp/dr for the second time now, first time i had it for 2 years, it went away for 3 years and now im having it for almost 3 years again … :(
Hey Alex, thanks for your comment 😊 I know DP can be scary but just remember that it’s a natural reaction to stress and anxiety, and people experience it all the time. The National Institute on Mental Illness estimates that up to 75% of people experience at least one depersonalization / derealization episode in their lives. It's part of your brain's natural defence mechanism and usually it only lasts a few seconds or minutes at a time. It's only when it's focused on as a separate problem (feeling like you're going crazy / in a dream etc) that it can turn into a feedback loop with the anxiety that caused it in the first place. But no matter what caused it or how long you've had it, you can always switch it off completely by stopping that anxious feedback loop. Make sure to carefully read through all the articles and info on my website at www.dpmanual.com
And if you would like to speak to a medical professional please don't hesitate to do so. I would recommend finding an anxiety specialist if possible as they will likely be more familiar with DP 👍
Hi Shaun I’ve been struggling with DP for 3 months now I’ve been accepting it and something that scares me is what if I always felt like this but was just never aware of it is that Normal?
Don't worry Carter, thoughts like that are super common with DP and will fade away and stop as you recover: www.dpmanual.com/articles/depersonalization-fears-and-anxious-thoughts/
Hi i was recovering very well until 3 days ago i have a heavy feeling in my head? I think this started after i thought i was okay and decided to have a big drinking night is this brain fog?
Read this, I think you'll find it useful 😊 www.dpmanual.com/articles/can-alcohol-cause-depersonalization/
Hi...when it comes to driving and anxiety/panic attacks I never get any physical symptoms at all... mines all mental symptoms i.e im loosing control feel like not real DP and very scared if im miles from home and i feel like il never get home and im stuck feel like im going crazy and loosing the plot this can last sometimes 4 an hour in waves for a hour or more untill im close to home /place i know... is this all normal ? Im mainly getting this when driving now and mainly when iv got to travel far from home... i worry the night before... is it anxiety related ? or am i mental got something wrong with me ? any tips for this ? Please reply im really struggling ❤