Posted by Norrin Radd on October 14, 2007, at 4:39:57
In reply to Re: Derealization/depersonalization --- Revisit, posted by nolvas on October 13, 2007, at 11:38:57
Thanks for the reply. Lots of stuff there to ponder -- including things I've either been taking or have planned to take, and should probably reconsider.
About CBT and NLP -- I know I have claustrophobia. Developed that about 22 years ago, when I had a CAT-scan. Man, if I could have found a way to crawl out of my skin... But anyway, before that, I had no fear of being closed in or bound. I've also had flickers of acrophobia, but I can quickly shut them off and enjoy the view. I wish the claustrophobia were so easy!
Anyway, I'm rambling, 'cause I'm feeling quite good tonight. Here's the question: My derealization attacks hit out of the blue, with no preceding anxiety. Then as soon as things seem "unreal," panic begins. My coping strategy has been to try to control my breathing, and to focus on what I'm "doing," instead of what I'm "feeling." Will CBT and NLP help in such cases?
poster:Norrin Radd
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