A 24 year old lady is suffering from an acute anxiety attack. In the middle of the attack, she feels as if she is disconnected from the world as if it is unreal or distant. Which of the following best describe this symptom?

A. illusion.
B. depersonalization.
C. derealization
D. hallucination.
E. delusion.


Ans: C. derealization

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