Dissociation is a feeling of being disconnected from yourself or the world. Learn what dissociation is, why it happens, and how to find support from Rethink Mental Illness.

Rebecca shares her experience living with health anxiety, recounting her worst episodes. She praises the support from therapy, support groups and Rethink Mental Illness’ Advice and Information Service ...

Dissociation can feel frightening because it often involves feeling detached from your body, thoughts, or surroundings. This can be sudden and unsettling, making it hard to feel in control. But it’s ...

Dissociation is when you feel disconnected from your thoughts, feelings, or surroundings. It’s a natural response to trauma, helping you get through situations that feel too much to handle at the time ...

Mental capacity means you have ability to make your own decisions. If you lose mental capacity the Mental Capacity Act 2005 protects you and your rights. You may lose mental capacity because of your ...

The term "schizophrenic" is from the early 20th century, derived from the Greek words "schizo" (meaning split) and "phren" (meaning mind). It was intended to describe the fragmented thinking and ...

During shutdown dissociation, a person might seem unresponsive, numb, or as if they are “not there.” These symptoms can be part of a dissociative disorder or another mental health condition. Shutdown ...

Forgetting certain time periods, events, or personal information Feeling disconnected from your own body, as if you’re watching yourself from the outside A sense of detachment from the world around ...