Identifying Dissociative Identity Disorder

Dissociative disorders represent a complex category of mental health conditions that manifest as severe disruptions in memory, consciousness, identity, or perception. These disorders are often linked to psychological trauma. One extensive form of dissociative disorder is characterized not only by amnesia or identity loss but also by multiple distinct identities or personality states. This phenomenon raises intriguing questions regarding the nature of the self and consciousness. Which of the following best describes this extensive form of dissociative disorder?