👉 "Devitalizing" is a term used in the field of psychology, specifically in the context of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and other forms of psychotherapy. It refers to a state where an individual's mental or emotional state becomes increasingly unresponsive to external stimuli, leading to feelings of numbness, depression, and loss of interest in activities that were previously pleasurable. In CBT, devitalization is often associated with the therapist helping the client become more aware of
