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(F48.1) Depersonalization-derealization syndrome
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600 974 in individuals diagnosis depersonalization-derealization syndrome confirmed
3 426 deaths with diagnosis depersonalization-derealization syndrome
1% mortality rate associated with the disease depersonalization-derealization syndrome
Diagnosis depersonalization-derealization syndrome is diagnosed Women are 1.66% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis depersonalization-derealization syndrome
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis depersonalization-derealization syndrome
3 426 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease depersonalization-derealization syndrome - Men aged 45-49 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features depersonalization-derealization syndrome
Absence or low individual and public risk
Depersonalization-derealization syndrome - what does this mean
Depersonalization-derealization syndrome is a dissociative disorder in which a person experiences persistent or recurrent feelings of detachment or disconnection from one's own body and thoughts, as well as from the environment, resulting in a subjective sense of unreality, detachment, or being an outside observer with respect to one's mental processes and surrounding environment.
What happens during the disease - depersonalization-derealization syndrome
Depersonalization-derealization syndrome is believed to be caused by a combination of psychological, neurologic, and environmental factors. it is thought that the syndrome is caused by an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain, which can lead to changes in perception and reality. other possible causes include traumatic events, chronic stress, and genetic predisposition.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Psychological evaluation
- Laboratory tests
- Neuroimaging studies
- Neuropsychological testing
- Clinical interview
- Diagnostic criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the frequency and intensity of depersonalization and derealization symptoms.
- Psychotherapy
- Medication (e.g. SSRIs, benzodiazepines, antipsychotics)
- Relaxation techniques (e.g. yoga, mindfulness, deep breathing)
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Exposure therapy
- Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
- Support groups
- Psychoeducation
30 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Depersonalization-derealization syndrome - Prevention
Depersonalization-derealization syndrome can be prevented by reducing stress, managing anxiety, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and seeking professional help if needed. additionally, developing healthy coping skills, such as mindfulness, can help to reduce the risk of developing the disorder.