Do I Experience Derealization?

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Have you ever felt like you’re living in a dream? That the body you’re living in isn’t your own? If so, you may have experienced derealization or depersonalization. Derealization is when you feel disconnected from your surroundings, whereas depersonalization is when you feel detached from your thoughts and body. Out-of-body experiences and daydreaming can happen to anyone, but having them too often may be a warning sign of depersonalization-derealization disorder (DDD). Take our assessment to learn if you’re experiencing derealization.

While this quiz is based on psychological research, the results are not a clinical diagnosis. Please consult a psychologist if you believe you have a mental illness or dissociative disorder.

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Questions Overview

1. I often feel like I’m living in a dream.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
2. Sometimes I have trouble recognizing my reflection.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
3. I often feel like a stranger to myself.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
4. I sometimes feel like a robot.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
5. To me, sounds are often softer than they really are.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
6. I tend to be numb emotionally.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
7. Sometimes I feel like I’m observing my life outside of my body.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
8. I feel disconnected from my memories.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
9. I have trouble remembering things clearly.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
10. It can be hard for me to understand my surroundings.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
11. People I know well often feel like strangers.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
12. I’m not sure if my memories are my own.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
13. My body often doesn’t feel like mine.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree
14. My vision is usually blurry or cloudy, like I’m looking through fog.
  1. Agree
  2. Slightly agree
  3. Slightly disagree
  4. Disagree

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What Is Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder?

Depersonalization-derealization disorder (DDD) is when someone persistently believes they’re living in a dream or outside of their body. For some, this can be a repetitive but not intrusive thought; for others, it can be depleting. People with DDD have a sense that the things around them (people, buildings, etc.) aren’t real. This can be disorienting and often interferes with relationships, work, and daily activities.

A person with DDD may experience depersonalization and/or derealization symptoms. While the terms are similar, they aren’t the same thing.

Depersonalization symptoms include:

  • Feelings of being outside of your body.
  • Feeling like a robot.
  • A sense that your body is distorted.
  • Emotional and/or physical numbness.

Derealization symptoms include:

  • Feelings of being alienated.
  • Being emotionally disconnected from loved ones.
  • Blurry or unclear surroundings.
  • Lack of time perception.

Depending on the individual, symptoms of depersonalization and derealization can last for hours, days, or weeks. Keep in mind that these symptoms can also be from other mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

While the cause of this disorder is unknown, psychotherapy and medications have been proven to ease symptoms and help those with DDD live a normal life. If you resonate with any of these symptoms, reach out to your doctor or therapist for help—you don’t have to go through this alone!

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    Carlos S.

    Nov 3, 2023

    "This is so helpful!! People should definitely take this quiz to see if they have Derealization!!"
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