Question

Two days ago, Taylor was severely assaulted. Taylor's immediate response has included symptoms such as emotional numbing, derealization, and some amnesia about the attack. It seems that Taylor could be diagnosed with ________.

Answer 1

Taylor is experiencing Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder

Explanation:

• The person suffering from this syndrome feels that they are detached from the cognitive environment or from there own self (i.e bodily detachment).
• The person/individual suffering from this syndrome may not feel connected to their body,mind ,feelings or sensation.They feel more like a robot unable to control their thought process.
• This syndrome is displayed by people who have suffered from past traumas like witnessing personal or emotional abuse.