Summary
Emotional detachment is an inability or unwillingness to connect with other people on an emotional level
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, which can involve difficulty creating or maintaining personal relationships
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, a lack of attention or appearing preoccupied when around others
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, difficulty being loving or affectionate with a family member
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, and avoiding people, activities, or places because they’re associated with past trauma.
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It can have many different causes, such as past experiences
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, psychological conditions
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, medications
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, and substance use disorders
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, and can be identified by talking to a doctor or mental health professional.
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Treatment for emotional detachment may include cognitive behavioral therapy
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, medication
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, and therapy
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, and can help to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression.
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It may also be caused by certain antidepressants
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and can involve feeling emotionally numb.
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