Dissociation refers to a mental health condition where a person experiences detachment from their surroundings, feelings, thoughts and emotions. Often dissociation is a symptom of substance abuse, trauma or other mental health conditions. However, dissociation is often misunderstood by others. Clinical Psychotherapist Jennifer Nurick busted a few myths associated with dissociation. Daydreaming or lack of attention: Dissociation is often misunderstood as a person’s lack of attention. However, it is more ...