As people become more and more open about their mental health struggles, you've likely heard friends or social media influencers name and describe their experience of dissociation. Whether you're a little confused as to what exactly they mean by it or you think you might have experienced dissociation yourself, read through the basics of this coping mechanism, below.
Think of how you might comfort someone who's upset. "If the person will allow you to touch them, do so in a way that is gentle and reassuring," says Schwartz "You might use soothing music, dim the lights, provide a heavy blanket, put an ice cube in their hands, talk in a calm, prosodic voice, and, most importantly, help the person remain in a safe space."
