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I've had anxiety issues for 8 months. used to get attacks now i don't but i zone out a lot and i feel like my perception is off. explanation ?

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It sounds like you: Are experiencing depersonalization or derealization, either of which can occur in the context of panic disorder. Please the following article for more details and to see if it sounds like what you are experiencing. En.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/depersonalization en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/derealisation best wishes.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 4/5/2016

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