Depersonalization

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Pronunciation: /diːˌpɜːrsənəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definitions of depersonalization

noun a state in which one's thoughts and feelings seem unreal or not to belong to oneself, or in which one feels detached from one's body

Example Sentences

A1 Depersonalization can make a person feel like they are not themselves.

A2 Some people experience depersonalization during times of extreme stress.

B1 Therapists often use cognitive behavioral therapy to help individuals cope with depersonalization.

B2 Depersonalization disorder is characterized by persistent feelings of being detached from one's body or thoughts.

C1 Individuals with depersonalization may benefit from mindfulness practices to help ground themselves in the present moment.

C2 Research suggests that depersonalization may be linked to disruptions in the brain's perception and self-awareness systems.

Examples of depersonalization in a Sentence

formal Depersonalization is a psychological state where one feels detached from their thoughts and emotions.

informal I experienced depersonalization during the stressful exam period.

slang Feeling like you're in a depersonalization funk can really mess with your head.

figurative The artist's use of abstract shapes created a sense of depersonalization in the painting.

Grammatical Forms of depersonalization

past tense

depersonalized

plural

depersonalizations

comparative

more depersonalized

superlative

most depersonalized

present tense

depersonalizes

future tense

will depersonalize

perfect tense

has depersonalized

continuous tense

is depersonalizing

singular

depersonalization

positive degree

depersonalized

infinitive

to depersonalize

gerund

depersonalizing

participle

depersonalized

Origin and Evolution of depersonalization

First Known Use: 1901 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'depersonalization' originated from the field of psychology, specifically in the context of dissociative disorders.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe a symptom of dissociative disorders where individuals feel detached from themselves or their surroundings, the term 'depersonalization' has evolved to also include a broader concept of feeling disconnected or detached from one's own emotions, thoughts, or identity.