Characterization of Dissociative Identity Disorder

Hard Unit 12: Abnormal Behavior Dissociative Disorders

Dissociative disorders encompass a range of conditions that involve disruptions or discontinuities in consciousness, memory, identity, or perception. One specific type of dissociative disorder involves episodes where individuals experience a significant identity disturbance, often linked to severe trauma or stress. Understanding these disorders requires awareness of the underlying mechanisms and symptoms associated with each type.

Based on your understanding of dissociative disorders, which of the following statements best characterizes Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

DID typically involves a lack of memory for everyday events and personal information.

DID is characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or an experience of possession.

DID results primarily from genetic predisposition without significant environmental factors.

DID primarily affects individuals during early childhood and is usually diagnosed before age 10.

DID is primarily associated with excessive substance abuse leading to memory impairment.

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