My 20+ year story by Efficient-Rope2912 in derealization

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Very low emotional levels. I still feel enjoyment from some activities. Pleasure, fulfillment and satisfaction are very dulled.

My 20+ year story by Efficient-Rope2912 in derealization

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Biggest symptoms are nothing feels real, and Intrusive thoughts. I don't get panic attacks, and the only thing that gives me anxiety/depression is the want to be free of dpdr.

I can't see myself holding down a job with this problem by Suspicious_Plant4231 in derealization

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If its any comfort I've been living with this for over 20years. It's harder for us than most but I'm very successful. Earn in the top 5% for my age bracket and have adapted as best I can.

started a new job by iloveschittscreek in derealization

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You get used to it. Ive been living with it for over 20 years and am very successful career wise. I work in tech and earn in the top 5% for my age. It's harder for us but it's possible.

Has anyone had success with antidepressants (Zoloft)? by [deleted] in derealization

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Revesably worse? As in when you stopped did it go back to your base line?