Experiencing a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.
After the traumatic event, she felt dissociated from her own emotions and surroundings.
dissociatedpast participle
Separated or disconnected from something else; having been dissociated.
The dissociated elements of the project needed to be integrated for it to succeed.
dissociateverb
To separate or disconnect from something.
She tried to dissociate herself from the controversial comments made by her colleague.
To undergo a process in which a compound breaks down into simpler constituents.
In chemistry, certain compounds dissociate into ions when dissolved in water.
To withdraw from association or union with a group or organization.
He decided to dissociate from the club after the leadership changed.
(psychology) To experience a mental process in which a person disconnects from thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of identity, especially as a protective response to trauma.
Survivors of extreme stress may dissociate and feel as though the events are happening to someone else.