Dissociation feels like im drugged again

[Yoomeek]

I know its normal for dissociation to feel like everything is slowed down..and definitely numb..and of course the other symptoms.. i been drugged up badly where i od..even though im "sober".. The stupid dissociation kicks in it gets scarier cause i feel like im " high"again or "overdosed"

 

[WishfulThinking123]

I'm sorry you feel that way- that must be scary to go back in your mind to something so traumatic. Are you in an antidepressant or any other drugs? These can def. make disassociation worse. It feels to me very much like I'm not living but going through the motions of life.

 

[stephrn]

I know its normal for dissociation to feel like everything is slowed down..and definitely numb..and of...

I know this was posted awhile ago, but I am new and saw this post. I can totally relate to feeling drugged but being totally sober. I’ve had several episodes during therapy and after it where I felt drugged. It is a scary feeling that takes awhile to go away. My T talked about how your body releases its own natural opioid during high stress times such as trauma and flashbacks. It has been helpful to read posts from others who have experienced the same things. I feel a little less crazy.

 

[Keen]

I can relate to dissociation--specifically depersonalization/derealization--making you feel drugged. It is very weird and uncomfortable and can feel really scary.