Helpful Resources for Managing DPDR
Our Resources section on DPDR provides a comprehensive collection of helpful materials for those seeking to understand and manage Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder. Here, you’ll find educational articles, self-help tools, and expert advice on coping strategies. We’ve also included links to professional support services and online communities to connect with others who are experiencing similar challenges. Whether you’re new to DPDR or looking for additional guidance, our resources are designed to inform, support, and empower you on your journey.
Immediate Help and Support
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, it’s important to seek help immediately. Depersonalization-Derealization can be overwhelming, but there are resources available to provide support during these challenging times.
Whether you’re feeling disconnected from reality, struggling to cope with emotions, or facing thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please remember you don’t have to face this alone. Reach out to a professional or a trusted person in your life.
International Crisis Numbers
If you are outside the United States or UK, please visit Befrienders Worldwide for a comprehensive list of local suicide prevention hotlines in your country.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
United States: Call 988 (or text “HELLO” to 741741 for text support)
24/7 confidential support for people in crisis, offering counseling, resources, and connection to mental health professionals.
Crisis Text Line
United States, UK, Canada, and more: Text HELLO to 741741
Text-based crisis support offering free, confidential help 24/7.
Organizations
Unreal Charity
The Unreal Charity is a UK-based organization dedicated to supporting individuals with DPDR. Its mission is to raise awareness of this often misunderstood condition, provide support to those affected, and create a community where people can connect and share experiences.
Support Communities
The following platforms provide an open space for sharing experiences and information. While these groups can be a valuable source of support and understanding, it’s important to approach them with caution, as not all content is reviewed by professionals. Users should be mindful of their emotional safety and critically assess the information shared. It’s recommended to complement advice from these communities with guidance from therapists or mental health professionals to ensure the best possible support.
DPSelfHelp.com
DPSelfHelp.com is a comprehensive online platform offering valuable resources, forums, and support for individuals experiencing Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder (DPDR), fostering a community where people can share their experiences and find helpful coping strategies
Reddit: r/dpdr
The DPDR subreddit is an online community where individuals with Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder (DPDR) can share their experiences, ask for advice, and connect with others facing similar challenges in a supportive environment.
Support Groups
SupportGroups.com is an online platform that connects people facing mental health challenges with supportive communities. It offers safe spaces for sharing experiences, providing encouragement, and finding comfort among others who understand. The platform is free and accessible, offering valuable emotional support.
7 Cups
7 Cups is an online platform that provides free, anonymous emotional support through trained listeners and professional therapists. It offers a safe space for people to talk about their feelings, receive guidance, and connect with others in similar situations. Available 24/7, 7 Cups is a valuable resource for anyone seeking support during difficult times.
Engaging with online communities can provide valuable support for managing DPDR, but constantly checking forums may amplify anxiety by reinforcing the disorder as a threat.
Books
If you’re looking to deepen your understanding of Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder (DPDR), several insightful books can help.
Feeling Unreal: Depersonalization and the Loss of the Self
by Simeon and Abugel
Overcoming Depersonalisation and Feelings of Unreality, 2nd Edition: A self-help guide using cognitive behavioural techniques
by Baker, Hunter, Lawrence & David
Videos
Articles
Here, you’ll find a collection of articles that dive deeper into Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder (DPDR).
Depersonalisation disorder: the condition you’ve never heard of that affects millions
by The Guardian (Howard Swains)
I was terrified when my mind detached from my body – this is depersonalisation
by The Guardian (Hannah Ewens)
Depersonalisation disorder: ‘I was unable to feel love’
By BBC (Adam Eley)