Ways To Treat Depersonalization Disorder

Art Or Music Therapy

Art and music therapy helps patients get in touch with feelings and emotions beneath the surface. These therapies include drawing, singing, painting, coloring, sculpting, songwriting, or playing an instrument, and lots of information can be obtained through these artistic avenues. It is also important for patients to use a therapist trained in this kind of therapy and who can decode the undertones of the creative expression. The art and music can lead to patients better understanding their behaviors and feelings. This is a starting point to address deeper issues and subjects.

It is sometimes easier to express oneself artistically rather than verbally. Patients do not always have the words to express how they are feeling. But paint, color, and other artistic outlets allow them to create what they are feeling, even without realizing it. The job of the therapist is to help patients see the expression of their underlying problems and stressors. This can help individuals get more in touch with themselves and their surroundings. This kind of interaction and expression can help treat depersonalization disorder. Art or music therapy, when coupled with other therapies, can be a wonderful way to let patients understand themselves better.

Family Therapy

Individuals may be diagnosed with depersonalization disorder, but their family may not understand what that means and how it affects their lives. This is why family therapy is a good thing for patients to incorporate into their therapy schedule. Family therapy will give patients the support of a therapist to try to explain the condition to their family. It gives the family an opportunity to ask questions and get the support of the therapist to help the patient verbalize what having the disorder means and what it looks like. This kind of therapy helps the family understand the patient is not always in control of their behaviors, and what they (the family) see is not purposeful but may be a defense mechanism. Patients can choose to share as much as they want with their family, and it may take some time and commitment from all involved to be successful. Additionally, family members might be able to provide information that could prove to be valuable in the patient's treatment.