Dissociation

/dɪˌsoʊ.siˈeɪ.ʃən/ noun

Definition

A psychological process involving disconnection from thoughts, identity, consciousness, or memory, often in response to trauma.

Etymology

From Latin 'dissociare' meaning 'to separate,' from 'dis-' (apart) + 'sociare' (to unite, associate).

Kelly Says

Dissociation is your mind's emergency exit — when things get overwhelming, it detaches to protect you, like your soul stepping outside your body.

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