About Depersonalization Disorder
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive, talk-based therapeutic approach focused on understanding and managing symptoms.Personalized treatment plans combining psychotherapy and, if needed, medication management.Aims to reduce feelings of detachment and improve emotional connection and daily functioning.Provides long-term coping strategies and tools for emotional regulation.Addresses root causes such as trauma, stress, or anxiety that may trigger episodes.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent feelings of being detached from one's own mind, body, or sensations (depersonalization).
- Experiences of feeling like an outside observer of one's own thoughts or actions.
- Emotional numbness or a sense that one's surroundings are unreal (derealization).
- Significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning due to these symptoms.
- Symptoms not attributable to substance use, another medical condition, or a different mental disorder.
How to prepare
- Initial comprehensive psychiatric evaluation to assess symptoms, medical history, and rule out other conditions.
- Discussion of treatment goals, therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, mindfulness), and potential duration.
- Possible discontinuation or adjustment of any non-essential medications that could affect mental state, as advised by the psychiatrist.
- Establishing a supportive environment and identifying a trusted contact person for support.
- No physical preparation like fasting is required, as it is a psychological treatment process.
Risks & possible complications
- Temporary increase in anxiety or distress when discussing traumatic or triggering topics during therapy.
- Potential side effects from medications if prescribed (e.g., drowsiness, nausea, weight changes).
- Frustration or slow progress, as treatment can be a gradual process requiring patience and commitment.
- Risk of relapse or symptom exacerbation during periods of high stress without consistent therapeutic support.
- Financial and time commitment for ongoing therapy sessions.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a gradual process involving regular psychotherapy sessions (e.g., weekly or bi-weekly).
- Learning and practicing coping skills, such as grounding techniques and mindfulness, to manage symptoms.
- Possible medication adherence and follow-up for dosage adjustments as monitored by the psychiatrist.
- Lifestyle modifications, including stress management, regular sleep, and avoiding substance use.
- Long-term maintenance through occasional booster sessions or continued self-management strategies to prevent recurrence.
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Typical hospital stay: Typically outpatient (0 days)
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Expected recovery time: Several months to ongoing management
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering depersonalization disorder in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with psychiatry departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform depersonalization disorder. MediFyr helps you compare psychiatry specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for depersonalization disorder compare across other countries where we have data.
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