Posted by tai daluna on September 10, 2004, at 1:10:26
In reply to Do you have a qualified treatment team? » mmcconathy, posted by Dinah on September 9, 2004, at 12:36:21
hello,
i experience dissociation due to chronic PTSD, especially in relation to memories of assault. in my understanding, dissociation is a mechanism by which your body protects your brain from stress by shutting down... i would wonder why you are experiencing such episodes, and i would caution you about taking any meds for it until you figure out what it is trying to tell you.
now, remember, dissociation is a *helpful* disorder, in that it is a normal function of the human mind, so don't be scared of it. the tingle makes me think you are experiencing anxiety attacks, and that the dissociation comes with anxiety? if so, it would be advisable to examine why you are anxious, and rule out any causes (such a caffeine, nicotine, work-stress, over-stimulation)...
when i dissociate and need to pull myself out it, i do the following: i try to notice my environment; i focus on things i can experience with my five sense; i focus on tactile feelings (like the feeling of a the sofa under my hands); i sing sometimes, very loudly; i take a cold, cold shower...
i would need more information about your particular situation to help you further. hope these ideas give you a starting point.
peace,
tai
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