This disorder is sometimes also known as a type of dissociative disorder, which can cause mental and physical problems. Some of the disorders are brought on following an unresolved traumatic life event. The disorder may last a very short time, or weeks and months – and may just go away on its own. Symptoms may differ from person to person.
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Derealisation and depersonalisation go hand in hand, and combined, whether chronic or episodic, are very emotionally upsetting. Bouts of this disorder can last hours, days, weeks, and sometimes even months. In some people, these episodes of unreality might turn into ongoing issues, which may get better or worse at times. However, studies have shown many people have passing feelings of one or the other, and are not a cause for any concern. Ongoing feelings though, should not be ignored, as it could be a sign of another mental health or physical condition. It is always best to visit a doctor if you are concerned about anything.
Read moreSeries: 5 – part Hypnosis and NLP for resolving IBS. (Article 2 of 5)
Studies have revealed that symptoms of IBS and anxiety often happen together. Doctors have reported that the most common mental ailment people with IBS suffer from is a generalised anxiety disorder. With some folk it is combined with a measure of depression, while others have other symptoms such trembling, muscle aches, and irritability. A therapist well-versed in hypnosis will also incorporate neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) into the treatment plan, which will help the connection between mind and body.
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Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, is also known as spastic colon, irritable colon, and spastic colitis. It is not the same as inflammatory bowel disease or IBD, and not related to any other bowel conditions.
Although sometimes confused with IBS, IBD is actually an auto-immune condition caused by an overactive immune system, which leads to inflammation throughout the gut and the gastrointestinal tract. IBS usually develops due to digestive problems, an oversensitive gut, and quite often because of high levels of stress and anxiety.
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