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    dissociation
    /dɪˌsəʊʃɪˈeɪʃən/

    noun

    • 1. the action of disconnecting or separating or the state of being disconnected: "we in the West honour a long-standing dissociation between church and state"

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  2. www.verywellmind.com › dissociation-2797292Dissociation: Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment - Verywell...

    Aug 24, 2022 · Dissociation is a disconnection between a person's sensory experience, thoughts, sense of self, or personal history. If you have trouble remembering a certain period of time in your life, for example, you may be experiencing a type of dissociation called dissociative amnesia.

  3. www.verywellhealth.com › dissociation-definition-5188911Why Dissociation Happens and What It Looks Like - Verywell Health

    Apr 10, 2024 · Dissociation is defined as disconnection or detachment from one's sense of self (depersonalization) or one's surroundings (derealization). Dissociation can be a response to a traumatic event or can be part of a mental health condition.

  4. www.psychologytoday.com › us › basicsDissociation | Psychology Today

    Dissociation encompasses the feeling of daydreaming or being intensely focused, as well as the distressing experience of being disconnected from reality. In this state,...

  5. www.mind.org.uk › information-support › types-of-mental-health-problemsWhat is dissociation? - Mind

    Explains what dissociation and dissociative disorders are, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family.

  6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Dissociation_(psychology)Dissociation (psychology) - Wikipedia

    Dissociation is a concept that has been developed over time and which concerns a wide array of experiences, ranging from a mild emotional detachment from the immediate surroundings, to a more severe disconnection from physical and emotional experiences.

  7. www.webmd.com › mental-health › dissociation-overviewDissociation: Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Treatment - WebMD

    Jul 19, 2023 · Dissociation is a break in how your mind handles information. You may feel disconnected from your thoughts, feelings, memories, and surroundings. It can affect your sense of...

  8. www.simplypsychology.org › dissociationWhat Does Dissociation Feel Like? - Simply Psychology

    Nov 28, 2023 · Dissociation is a coping mechanism that some people use to deal with overwhelming or traumatic experiences. It involves a disconnection or detachment from one’s thoughts, emotions, sensations, or surroundings. Dissociative experiences can range from mild (e.g., daydreaming) to severe (e.g., dissociative identity disorder).

  9. www.health.com › dissociation-7972597Dissociation: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment and More -...

    Sep 29, 2023 · Dissociation refers to an out-of-body experience that can make you feel detached from yourself or from reality. This may involve feeling disconnected from your body, mind,...

  10. therapist.com › disorders › dissociationDissociation: Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment - therapist

    May 15, 2024 · Dissociation is a mental state in which a person feels disconnected from reality. It can range in severity from daydreaming to loss of memory or identity. When a person dissociates, they may see themselves or others as not being real, or they may feel like they’re watching themselves from above.

  11. www.betterhelp.com › advice › psychologistsWhat Is Dissociation? Definition, Causes, And Treatment

    Jul 2, 2024 · Dissociation refers to the phenomenon of feeling disconnected from our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and surroundings. While dissociation is a common occurrence—one that most of us experience from time to time—in some cases, it can be a sign of a serious and chronic mental health condition.