Dissociation refers to the state of feeling disconnected from oneself or your surroundings. Everyone experiences mild dissociation from time to time. Typical examples are when you “zone out,” daydream, or have highway hypnosis (not remembering brief parts of a drive). Dissociative disorders, including dissociative identity disorder (DID), are different. These complex mental health conditions cause…
Dissociative disorders represent a complex set of mental health conditions that disrupt the seamless operation of consciousness, memory, identity, or perception. These disorders can occur due to various factors, including trauma, stress, or a coping mechanism for overwhelming emotions. It is essential to understand that dissociative disorders are not the same as psychosis or schizophrenia…
Dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder, is a complex mental health condition characterized by two or more recognizably distinct personality states. The exact prevalence of DID is challenging to determine because individuals with DID may not seek treatment or may be misdiagnosed if they do. While estimates predict that DID is…