Characteristic of Dissociative Amnesia

Dissociative disorders are characterized by a disconnection between thoughts, identity, consciousness, and memory. One common type of dissociative disorder involves a disruption in the continuity of memory regarding oneself or one's past. This can include experiences such as suddenly forgetting personal information or finding oneself in unfamiliar surroundings without any recollection of how they got there.

Which of the following is a primary characteristic of Dissociative Amnesia?