Is it normal to go into a different headspace when stressed?

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When I get really stressed out, my head gets weird. I start thinking in the third person, like I'm some little kid, and words and phrases will repeat over and over. I also get very apologetic, whether I have something to apologize for or not. I'm already timid, but I get even more so. I do have some trauma and a history of mild abuse.

Does anyone else get this way? Am I just weird?

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  • hungDaddy
    5 years ago

    Have you ever spoken to someone about this? It sounds a little bit like dissociation. It's super common (I experience it as well) so I don't think it would be too far off. Hopefully I was able to help you find your way a bit.

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    • Bajazzles
      5 years ago

      I do dissociate, so you may be onto something there. Apparently regression is also pretty common with the things I have, so maybe it's just a weird combo... Thank you very much!

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      • hungDaddy
        5 years ago

        A lot of symptoms like those two are co-morbid, so don't treat them like two separate issues; they're more likely to be one. Take care of yourself though! :)

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  • Hagart
    5 years ago

    I don’t have any bad history like you said you do but when I get really stressed over something I tell myself things to calm me down. It seems like I don’t have it as bad as you do though. Maybe talk to somebody about it. Good luck💜

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