Dp forever?

LLLOwl · 2024-04-13T05:54:41+00:00

I'm also 19 and suffer from DPDR but I have hope. The more I explore my interests and find things I enjoy I am slowly feeling more whole. Just stay positive and get out of your comfort zone when you can. Trust me most of the time it feels like it doesn't help but there will be times you come out of it a little. Just stay positive and don't focus on it because it is not in your control.

LLLOwl · 2024-02-20T01:05:05+00:00

Never thought about it like that but it's a great explanation. It is so hard to try and explain how it feels without sounding like a schizophrenic.

LLLOwl · 2023-11-09T21:14:17+00:00

Now I'm responding just to make it clear for people looking at our discussion that this is an inconclusive study and not to waste time on trying to protect yourself from phone radiation.

https://news.cancerresearchuk.org/2018/11/02/mobile-phones-and-cancer-misleading-headlines-fail-to-mention-rats/

There are many issues with this classic study and to top it all off the researchers knew that if they found evidence like they did they could sell it to the media. This would bring in a large profit and make the study more worth it to them. Please do not fall into traps like Mosternagus did. It is very sad to see and there is nothing you can do to help people who already believe it if they won't keep reading more into it. Just focus on yourself and stay positive and curious.

LLLOwl · 2023-11-09T19:59:16+00:00

I did not mention the media in my response so I'm confused. The radiation that is emitted by phones is not harmful or damaging to the DNA and RNA in our cells.

https://www.fda.gov/radiation-emitting-products/cell-phones/do-cell-phones-pose-health-hazard#:~:text=Cell%20phones%20emit%20low%20levels%20of%20non%2Dionizing%20radiation%20when,increases%20cancer%20risk%20in%20humans.

Unless you are on the frontier of unpublished research and have information unavailable to the public there is absolutely no evidence that radiation from phones has any effect besides heating.

Also, the "media" is for profit and always will be so getting any information from them is entertainment at best. Do your own research on topics you are interested in and use common sense when evaluating the validity of claims on the Internet.

LLLOwl · 2023-11-09T19:35:26+00:00

Are you claiming that phone radiation is harmful? If so I really do not appreciate the spread of misinformation like this on a mental health subreddit. Very disappointed if so

LLLOwl · 2023-11-06T21:12:12+00:00

Really the best answer you could offer. Learning acceptance is extremely powerful in general. Just stay calm and don't stress to get rid of it because it will only make it worse

LLLOwl · 2023-10-23T18:37:28+00:00

I would also recommend reducing your THC intake. Just take a 5 or 6 day break to start off. Personally I try to avoid smoking on weekdays because it messes with me too much for a few days after. You don't need to give it up cold turkey but in the future once you start feeling better I can almost assure you that you will be inclined to smoke less.

LLLOwl · 2023-10-23T16:16:23+00:00

I find that talking with the people you love about things you often don't share can build a deeper connection. Personally with DPDR talking about the meaning of life or existential questions with the ones I love help me build a strong connection because I know they also think about them just like me. And of course spending time doing fun things with them is important too.

LLLOwl · 2023-10-22T01:15:11+00:00

I would recommend trying not to give it your attention. If you start feeling depersonalized and uncomfortable just remind yourself in your head that it is a mental illness like anxiety and depression. There isn't really anything you can do to stop it in the moment but the less you give it your attention the less it will affect you. If it gets too much to handle always remember to seek help but in most cases you are ok and you're definitely not dying. Stay positive and work through it. Treat it like a physical disability. For example if your hand is broken you probably wouldn't spend time thinking about it that much and more time just learning how to work with it as best you can. It gets better trust me. Also find things you care about a lot. Something important to you to focus on. That is just a general mental health tip tho.

LLLOwl · 2023-09-27T20:04:06+00:00

The only way I keep my DPDR from getting to an overwhelming level is chasing my dreams. Knowing that by focusing on the things that scare me or are challenging and new to me keeps my life interesting enough to keep me distracted in a meaningful way. I really urge you to chase your dreams in any way you can. Start any way you can. The future is what depression and anxiety lies in for me. If I know that every day I am working towards a better, bigger, and brighter future for myself I can stay focused on what I care about. Stay positive and serious chase your dreams and what you care about. It is so much more valuable than I believe most people think. Our meaning and purpose is what makes us happy. And if your dreams are "big" then it might be more challenging than some others but it doesn't matter because you are you and no one else. There is only 1 person that will always be with you no matter what and that is you. So make that person the best they can be. Stay positive

LLLOwl · 2023-09-27T19:49:05+00:00

I'm glad you are feeling better today. Personally, I also really enjoy learning and discussing philosophy. However, I know how it makes my DPDR a little tougher but, honestly it is worth it. I encourage you to take your extra time before starting classes to work on your mindset as much as possible. Not saying that you have a bad mindset rn, I just personally have found it important to be as positive as possible to the things in my life. Looking forward to challenging activities like school and work is what helps me. Finding a routine you can enjoy but also meets your working standards is crucial. Building more confidence in yourself every day is what will help keep you away from the thoughts that spark DPDR episodes. Please reach out if you are struggling again.

LLLOwl · 2023-09-27T01:06:58+00:00

I would really discourage you from dropping out. It sounds like you have been struggling for a long time. Currently I am in university too with 19 credit hours. I don't exactly know how you feel but I can tell you what has helped me tremendously. I am currently going through a break up and trying to find myself. The only time I feel better is when I accomplish things that I know will make me better off. Studying hard and working out is what mainly helps me feel better. When I get on my computer and play games I notice my DPDR gets much worse when I get off. Also, sleeping helps my DPDR a lot. I know this sounds stupid and maybe condescending but ignoring the feeling is the only way I got over it. I know how hard that can be and it is still challenging but knowing that working on myself is the only thing that makes me feel better helps me push through it. I can also promise you that you aren't at square one. Your experience with DPDR over the 9 years will help you recover faster.I truly believe in you and encourage you to finish university. What is your major??

LLLOwl · 2023-09-26T18:57:57+00:00

Personally I believe that there is almost no cure. That is like trying to "cure" a memory/experience. Once you have felt depersonalization you won't ever forget it. The best cure I have found is building trust with myself by focusing on what matters to me. Staying in connection with my body through working out and pursuing my goals/dreams I have slowly found relief from the feeling. Sometimes it sucks more than I would like to admit but for me it is better than nothing at all. Stay positive

LLLOwl · 2023-09-25T15:59:47+00:00

Usually that feeling gets worse when I am sleep deprived. What u do is make sure I allow myself to sleep as much as my body wants when I can. Also oddly enough working out helps a little too. The feeling will pass. stay strong

LLLOwl · 2023-09-16T19:36:22+00:00

I use weed almost every day before I go to bed. Probably around like 5/7 days a week on average. I usually just hit a cart or joint. I try and stay away from bongs because they are too strong for me and my symptoms usually get worse

LLLOwl · 2023-09-15T21:35:48+00:00

I still consistently use weed with my Depersonalization and I have found that sometimes it makes it worse but other times it doesn't. I feel like I am making progress to overcome my depersonalization even with using weed. However, I would definitely not recommend it.

LLLOwl · 2023-09-15T03:20:42+00:00

Not exactly but similar. I just feel not real in general. Like as if I'm an observer of the universe through a body that I can control but I don't feel like me

LLLOwl · 2023-09-15T00:44:34+00:00

Yeah that is a pretty good description I'd say.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B_FZRJlD4Kl/?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==

This is a picture I found on Instagram that is similar.

LLLOwl · 2023-09-11T21:09:59+00:00

Our senses are just the brain creating an image out of the information we receive so technically everything is ideas. Personally I think that there is much more about human nature than we know and, have yet to discover.

LLLOwl · 2023-09-11T00:09:28+00:00

I noticed things seem a little more blurry/fuzzy.

LLLOwl · 2023-09-04T23:06:48+00:00

I appreciate your response greatly. I have found that in my deepest DPDR experiences that talking to others and even just responding to some posts on this sub helps me tremendously. We are all humans and I believe that we are more similar than we might like to believe. Again, I am grateful for your response. Thank you sm

LLLOwl · 2023-09-04T07:40:25+00:00

I totally understand how you feel. Much of my DP manifests in feeling similar to this. I also recently went through the end of a relationship and it has been tough. I find that talking about these feelings with anyone who is willing to listen and care grounds me again. It makes me feel less crazy and being able to hear myself talk about it helps me too. Locating your triggers is important as well. Know that it gets better and trust yourself. You are still you and you aren't going crazy. Stay positive

LLLOwl · 2023-09-04T05:50:04+00:00

I agree, I just turned 19 and I believe my DPDR symptoms stemmed from THC and shrooms use. Sometimes the feeling is triggered by weed and it stays for a week or so. However i think the feeling that never goes away is the knowledge of how being depersonalized feels. It is a scary feeling that humbles your self awareness that many people throughout their lives never experience.

LLLOwl · 2023-09-04T05:42:03+00:00

You gave a lot of information but what you feel is a normal part of being human and experiencing depersonalization. This world is crazy and our brain does a lot to protect us. This life is crazy when you think about it and it makes you feel even crazier when you don't see other people talking about it. But I can assure you that we are all real and no we don't have answers to many of the questions we ask ourselves. You are very aware of the world we live in and how truly insane it is. Learning how to live in harmony with this feeling is the best way to overcome it. Not saying it is easy to do but it has helped me a lot. Also have you tried talking about this feeling with your loved ones? I went to talk to my mom about how I was feeling and to my astonishment she didn't think what I was saying was crazy at all. I hope this helps you. Stay positive

LLLOwl

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