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dissociating

/dɪs.ə.sɪˈeɪ.tɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does dissociating mean?

verb

To separate or disconnect something from something else, often in a mental or emotional sense. To become disconnected or detached from one's thoughts, feelings, or surroundings.

Example

"The patient was dissociating from the traumatic event, unable to recall the details of what had happened."

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