Derealisation?

I've struggled with ocd for some years and had all different obsessions, but recently my fears have been wether or not I'm real, or people around me are real. It sounds weird and feels even weirder. I only started having these thoughts when watching a vid where someone else had this though. It causes loads of guilt, anxiety and it makes me feel sick sometimes. Being around someone I love and then questioning if they're real it's awful. I start wondering if I'm crazy or if I actually believe their not real? I keep reminding myself ocd goes after whats important to you (and clearly feeling 'real' is important to me) Just wanted to know if anyone else has had this and if anything helps?

username255

86d ago

sounds like derealization! its a symptom not a disease, it passes

PoleekPelican

85d ago

Sounds like textbook derealization. Good on you for recognizing it! I'm currently dealing with it to and I have dealt with it before in previous episodes. Once you regain control, and of course you will, the derealization will pass as well. We're with you and appreciate your struggles! You got this.

Pandora7

85d ago

Aww thank you that's a really nice comment! And same to you x. I have noticed whenever I get over a fear the derealization doesn't feel as scary anymore and it doesn't happen as frequently, it's one of the worst symptoms In my opinion!