Posted by toojane on December 19, 2006, at 19:18:49
In reply to Re: definitions for Phillipa » toojane, posted by Phillipa on December 19, 2006, at 18:56:24
> Thank-you so much kind of like the old definition of multiples?
Well, if you experienced the identity alteration type of dissociation, yes you may be diagnosed as a multiple (now known as dissociative identity disorder). People with DID experience the most severe manifestations of dissociation. But you can have difficulties with dissociation and not be a multiple. You may have trouble with depersonalization or derealization only.It's complicated to explain because it can be so different for different people. Have you ever spaced out while driving and missed your turnoff or arrived home and not remembered driving the last few miles? That's a very common form of dissociation. Imagine doing that all the time, every day, not only while driving and you can get a feel for how difficult it can be to manage your life.
>And I once had a patient with pseudo seizures. So that would be a form of dissassociation?
Yes, somatization is a form of dissociation. Some people experience their feelings and emotions as physical sensations, pains or illnesses
>Love Phillipa ps I thought self mutilation was BPD?It can be a symptom of BPD but it is also present in many other mental illnesses.
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