dissociation

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Some argued that phones helped alleviate issues like social anxiety and dissociation amid big crowds.

From Los Angeles Times

They vividly suggest the solace that blossoms from the needle, a solace that is at least in part a dissociation from reality.

From New York Times

In a state of overwhelm, the psychological defense of dissociation often unconsciously kicks in.

From Salon

In general, mindfulness meditation techniques help ground people experiencing dissociation.

From Washington Post

Many of those people have dissociation, when their nervous systems shut down the fear and/or pain that comes down from trauma.

From Seattle Times