mental health disorders
Depersonalization Derealization Disorder
Diagnosis of Depersonalization Derealization Disorder
A doctor's evaluation, based on specific diagnostic criteria from theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) Sometimes tests to rule out other possible causes Doctors suspect the disorder based on symptoms: People have episodes of depersonalization, derealization, or both that last a long time or recur. People know that their dissociative experiences are not real. People are very distressed by their symptoms or their symptoms make them unable to function in social situations or at work. A physical examination and sometimes tests are done to rule out other disorders that could cause the symptoms, including other mental health disorders, Seizure Disorders , and Psychologic tests and special structured interviews and questionnaires can also help doctors with the diagnosis. 