1 : unable to feel anything in a particular part of your body especially as a result of cold or anesthesia It was so cold that my fingers went numb. 2 : unable to think, feel, or react normally because of something that shocks or upsets you : indifferent He stood there numb with fear.
What does it mean if you feel numb?
Feeling emotionally numb, or a general lack of emotion, can be a symptom of several different medical conditions or a side effect of some medications. It can cause a sense of isolation or emotional disconnect from the rest of the world. The numbness can be unbearable for many people who experience it.
How do you know if your numb?
The symptoms of emotional numbness include:
- Losing interest in important, once positive activities you used to enjoy.
- Feeling distant or detached from others.
- Failing to access your feelings.
- Feeling flat, both physically and emotionally.
- Experiencing an inability to fully participate in life.
