Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sense of detachment

noun

/sɛns əv dɪˈtætʃmənt/

Definition

A feeling of being disconnected from one’s thoughts, emotions, or surroundings.

Examples

After the traumatic event, he experienced a sense of detachment from reality.
In therapy, she learned how to cope with her feelings of detachment from her emotions.
During the meditation retreat, many participants reported a sense of detachment from their daily worries.

Meaning

Sense of detachment refers to a psychological state where an individual feels a lack of emotional involvement or a distance from their experiences. It can occur in various contexts, often as a coping mechanism in stressful situations or as a symptom of certain mental health conditions.