Key Feature of Dissociative Disorders

Very Easy Unit 12: Abnormal Behavior Dissociative Disorders

In the study of abnormal psychology, dissociative disorders are characterized by a disconnection between thoughts, identity, consciousness, and memory. This includes conditions such as Dissociative Identity Disorder (formerly known as Multiple Personality Disorder) and Dissociative Amnesia. Which of the following describes a key feature of dissociative disorders?

A persistent fear of social situations.

The presence of two or more distinct identities or personality states.

Difficulty concentrating due to extreme mood swings.

Experiencing involuntary muscle spasms and tremors.

A pattern of excessive avoidance and withdrawal from reality.

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