Question 1

might depersonalization/derealization be caused by allergies?

Accepted Answer

No: Depersonalization and derealization are usually form of emotional detachment to deal with a difficult situation. Allergies would cause some congestion and fogginess.

Question 2

how can i get rid of anxiety that causes a  feeling of unreality?

Accepted Answer

Get appropriate Rx..: You should find out why are you having such symptoms by seeing your doc for an eval. Once a diagnosis is made, treatments can be prescribed to you or that you may be referred to some other doc such as psychiatrist for further eval and treatment. Fortunately there are many treatment options these days, so consult your doc. In the meantime, practice some meditations which may help. Good luck.

Question 3

can you please tell me why excessive quantities of mdma or ecstasy cause derealization and depersonalization?

Accepted Answer

Mdma: Also known as ecstasy, it causes elevation of brain adrenaline, Dopamine & serotonin, leading to feelings of increased energy, euphoria, empathy towards others, emotional warmth, sexual arousal  & distortion of sensory/time perceptions.

Question 4

what is it about anxiety that causes derealization and depersonlation and what if any is a good coping mechanism?  really weird feeling. . thanks

Accepted Answer

Looking for normal: The brain wants to feel good. Anxiety creates struggle which the brain tries to solve, often by trying to hide away from disturbing thoughts. Thus the derealization and depersonalization.  Find a comfortable place to sit and breathe deeply,  being with the feeling.. Remember feelings come and go. Imagine breathing out the bad feeling and breathing in a good one. Let go of the struggle just be.

Question 5

i know all the alcohol i used younger caused my depersonalization and derealization, i regret it so much. will it ever go away? i regret it very much.

Accepted Answer

Yes, with help.: You seem to be very remorseful which is a good sign . You need to get psychotherapy (CBT) to work through your feelings of regret and to identify the factors that precipitated your alcohol abuse so that you will know how to avoid the pitfalls in  the future.

Question 6

will a whole 0.25 xanax (alprazolam) cause me to feel spaced out or cause derealization? this is why i'm nervous to take whole one but half don't relax me much.

Accepted Answer

Xanax (alprazolam): Is an anxiolytic frequently prescribed for panic attacks with many side effects. Your doctor has prescribed this medication because he/she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. It is not true in your case.
Rec.: see your doctor for medication adjustment/change or referral to psychiatrist.

Question 7

lightheadedness, unbalanced, feeling of unreality. what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Stress hormones: These are common symptoms of anxiety/panic due to the stress hormones/adrenaline of the fight or flight response.  A psychologist trained in cbt can teach you emotional self-help skills to control this response.

Question 8

what causes derealization and depersonalization?

Accepted Answer

Many conditions : Depersonalization and derealization  can be because of panic disorder. There's a condition called primary depersonalization disorder as well. Temporal lobe epilepsy can also cause these conditions. Any of dissociative disorders can certainly have derealization and depersonalization is a component. We do not know the underlying physiology of this condition however. Certain hallucinogens such as lsd, pcp, and certain mushrooms, have also been known to cause both of these conditions as has high-dose marijuana over a prolonged period of time. I have seen one case of Hydroxyzine overdose prolonged depersonalization. Withdrawal from certain substances of abuse can also cause depersonalization and derealization. It is not at all unusual for someone to experience derealization and occasional depersonalization as part of development through adolescence.

Question 9

can derealization or depersonalization cause chest pain or spasms?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Derealization can be a symptom of anxiety and anxiety can cause chest pain for some people.  If they always occur together, they may be related.  However, chest pain can be a vague symptom and should be evaluated by your physician before ruling out that something else is going on such as a heart, lung or rib issue.  I hope this is helpful.

Question 10

can low vit d count (16) cause derealization? woke up a month ago after a fight with it. taking klonopoin 3 weeks & celexa (citalopram) 1 week. im feeling scared!

Accepted Answer

No not really: But taking Klonopin (clonazepam) with Celexa may have some unintended side effects. Talk to your Psych provider,

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What is it about anxiety that causes derealization and depersonlation and what if any is a good coping mechanism? really weird feeling. . thanks

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I know all the alcohol i used younger caused my depersonalization and derealization, i regret it so much. will it ever go away? i regret it very much.

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Will a whole 0.25 xanax (alprazolam) cause me to feel spaced out or cause derealization? this is why i'm nervous to take whole one but half don't relax me much.

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Lightheadedness, unbalanced, feeling of unreality. what could cause this?

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What causes derealization and depersonalization?

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Can derealization or depersonalization cause chest pain or spasms?

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