1. a mental state in which one’s surroundings seem unreal, dreamlike, or distorted
Usage: psychology; psychiatry

Examples

• During the panic attack, she experienced derealization and felt like she was watching the world through a fog.
• The patient described episodes of derealization where familiar places seemed strange and unfamiliar.
• Derealization can be a symptom of anxiety disorders or trauma-related conditions.
• He sought therapy after experiencing persistent derealization that made daily activities feel surreal.
• The medication helped reduce her symptoms of derealization and improved her sense of connection to reality.
• Derealization often occurs alongside depersonalization in certain mental health conditions.