What is DID? Formerly Known as Multiple Personality Disorder.
International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation characterizes DID by
"the presence of more than 1 distinct identity or personality,
each of which takes control of the person's behavior at different times."
Typically unable to recall important personal information.
Each identity/personality may possess different and unique name, history, age, and abilities/disabilities.
Most typically caused by extreme, repeated physical/sexual/emotional abuse.
Name revised in 1994 to reflect change in professional understanding of disorder.
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Mild dissociative experiences (daydreaming, "getting lost" in book/movie) Complex, chronic dissociation (result in impairment or inability to function)