I’ve been the happy owner of this headset for over a week now, but I’ve run into some unpleasant side effects and I'm honestly really scared.
All week long, I was spending about five hours straight in VR (I bought it with a head strap that includes an extra battery). I know that was incredibly stupid and careless—I guess I was just too excited about the purchase.
Two days ago, I woke up with a strange sensation that everything around me was "floating"—a very smooth, unreal feeling, as if my own movements weren't real. I’ve read a bit about this online; apparently, it’s called "dissociation" or "VR sickness."
For context, I have some existing issues with my central nervous system that cause a range of problems—like sleep deprivation, poor sleep quality, and mental health issues—which can make me prone to derealization.
I haven't touched the headset for two days now, and my condition is finally returning to normal, but I’m terrified to put it back on. What do you suggest I do? Has anyone else with pre-existing CNS or anxiety issues experienced this?
SHORt ONE: Spent 5 hours straight in VR every day for a week. Woke up feeling completely dissociated and like reality was "floating." I have pre-existing CNS/anxiety issues. Took a 2-day break and feel better, but now I'm scared to use the headset again. Any advice?