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Partly that they really DO NOT KNOW what it is that is why they keep changing names, relabeling and recatorizing it. They want to put multiples in a unique box and demand they live up to the diagnosis. The truth is that every multiple is different with ONE common denominator which is trauma in early childhood. Because every person is unique no multiple is alike. They cannot merely "tag" a person and say THIS IS YOUR PROBLEM! I can appreciate a more "scientific" point of view of the functioning of the human brain done by Dr. Fredrick Schiffer of Harvard. His study of the human brain actually proves that it is possible for two distinct personalities to develope in early childhood on both sides of the brain, thus creating a "separate" personality of right-brain, left-brain thinking, responses and developmental behaviors. Researchers are more objective in this study than therapists who love to take on such absurd notions that multiples are MENTALLY ILL and must be CURED of some disease or disorder. But in fact, those that suffer trauma and disassociated from it are relatively easier to convince that they should "control" such impulses themselves rather than treating the alters individually. This is why therapy takes TOO LONG in most cases. The "disassociator" is required by therapists to STOP DISASSOCIATING and TAKE CONTROL of themselves rather than BECOMING other people. They are doing MORE DAMAGE THAN GOOD because if one "disassociates" how can they be IN CONTROL when they "disappear"? Disassociators are NOT in control, period and research has proven the parts of the brain SHUT DOWN while other parts continue to function. It really is a fascinating study. You might want to pick up the book OF TWO MINDS by Dr. Schiffer. GOOD LUCK!
It is estimated that less than 1% of the general population has dissociative identity disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder). The exact number of individuals with this disorder is difficult to determine due to its complexity and challenges in diagnosis.
Dissociative Identity Disorder:
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Socially Induced Multiplicity:
May occur when someone is exposed to information about DID, or about natural multiplicity, and subconciously adopts a form of mimicry of DID or multiplicity to either gain attention or fit into a social group. This is not usually dangerous, though it may cause some social harm, and dissipates once the need for the adopted character is past.
And while it is still debated, some theorize that dissociative identity disorder induced by false memories implaneted by therapists may be a problem as well.
*It should also be clarified that Multiplicity in general is not a disorder, as natural multiplicity does not meet the diagnostic criteria for Dissociative Identity Disorder [Which requires both dissociation, such as depersonalization, and memory loss, to be counted].
App. 1 in every 120,000 people have a Multiple Personality Disorder (A.K.A. Dissociative Identity Disorder or Split Personality).
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Psychodynamic explanation to multiple personality disorder?
Psychodynamic theory suggests that multiple personality disorder (now known as Dissociative Identity Disorder) may develop as a way to cope with severe trauma or abuse experienced during childhood. The disorder is seen as a defense mechanism where different identities are created to deal with overwhelming emotions or memories that the individual cannot tolerate. The various personalities may represent different aspects of the person's psyche and serve to protect the individual from facing the full extent of the trauma.
Which of these conditions is an autoimmune disorder?
There are many conditions that can be considered an autoimmune disorder. In fact there are about 80 known autoimmune disorders. They include rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, celiac disease, reactive arthritis, Addison's disease, Type I diabetes, lupus, Kawasaki's disease, and vasculitis.
Do traits vary from person to person?
Yes, traits can vary from person to person due to genetic differences, upbringing, life experiences, and environmental factors. These factors can shape an individual's personality, behavior, and characteristics, leading to differences in traits among people.
Is blindness a disease or a disorder?
Blindness is typically considered a disability or impairment rather than a disease or disorder. It can be caused by a variety of factors such as injury, genetic conditions, or certain illnesses.
An inherited disease or disorder that is caused by a mutation in a gene or by a chromosomal defect?
There are many thousands of different mutations.
What disorders involves the turning off of consciousness such as a multiple personality disorder?
The type of disorder is dissociation. There are many kinds of dissociative disorders. One of these is Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). The old name for this was Multiple Personality Disorder.
How many people have borderline personality disorder?
Approximately 2% of the population
A Tip for Recognizing the Symptoms of Multiple Personality?
Many times, people who suffer severely from multiple personality disorder (or dissociative identity disorder) don't even have a clue that anything is wrong with them. However, friends and family might strongly suspect otherwise. A huge indicator that someone suffers from having a multiple personality is if they periodically portray somebody else, whether it be a real or imaginary person. This person might have their own name, age, race, gender, or other "assigned" attributes.
About how many people have dissociative indentity disorder?
Dissociative identity disorder (formerly called multiple personality disorder) generaly does not kill. Depression and other trauma related to the disorder, or the cause of the disorder, can cause a person with DID to attempt suicide, especially if the person stays in an environment that is harmful to their mental health. Prognoses are also worse if the person does not receive proper treatment.
How many people are Schizotypal?
Approximately 3% of the population are estimated to have schizotypal personality disorder.
How many psychologies are there?
There are many disorders (Here are some I can name): Anorexia- Where the person starves themselves. Bulimia- Consuming large amounts of food and throwing it up. Binge eating disorder- Eating a lot without throwing up. Conduct disorders- Where the rights of others are violated, which means that people with this disorder would lie, mistreat other property, and be violent along with other symptoms and such. Schizophrenia- The person has no contact with reality and can't tell the difference between real and fake events. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)- Don't feel like giving a definition. Then there are Anxiety Disorders:Phobias Obsessive-compulsive disorder Panic disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder There are also Mood Disorders: Clinical depression Bipolar disorder And last but not least there are Personality Disorders: Antisocial personality disorder Borderline personality disorder Passive-aggressive personality disorder Avoidant Personality Disorder Dependent Personality Disorder Histrionic Personality Disorder Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Is multiple personality disorder known as schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder, not a personality disorder. However, there are some personality disorders that have similar symptoms to schizophrenia: paranoid personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder, and schizotypal personality disorder.
How many people have antisocial personality disorder?
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Mental disorder that causes going to hospital or doctor?
There are so many . . . I can think of bipolar disorder, depression, disassociation disorder, panic disorder, personality disorder, asocial disorder among the many.
Are all mental abusers Narcissistic and what is the difference?
Not all mental abusers are. A narcissist is someone who suffers from a specific personality disorder called "Narcissistic Personality Disorder." This disorder is relatively rare. Not all abusers suffer from the Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) - although many of them have narcissistic traits.
When did doctors first start diagnosing Borderline personality disorder and narcissism?
Narcissistic personality disorder was made an official diagnosis in 1980 (although it had been researched and studied for many years before that); borderline personality disorder was first written about in 1968.
If you have multiple personality disorder should you go to an asylum?
There are many different severities of MPD, i suggest consulting with your doctor OS therapist before making the decision to go to an asylum.
