Posted by Racer on December 5, 2005, at 23:09:04
In reply to Re: derealization and depersonaization?, posted by rjlockhart on December 5, 2005, at 20:56:39
You can google it, and find the definition from the DSM, which will give you the best answer. In fact, it will also be good practice for doing research and learning things on your own.
As for a genetic component, yes and no. There is no genetic component for trauma, so you will not inherit a traumatic event. On the other hand, you will inherit a tendency towards certain responses to trauma. For instance, you may inherit an ability to remain calm in a stressful environment, or to become tense easily. Those tendencies will affect the way you react to trauma.
Do that search.
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