Posted by Twinleaf on February 24, 2014, at 9:40:28
In reply to Re: My Sister - Disacociative Personality Disorder » jono_in_adelaide, posted by Phillipa on February 24, 2014, at 8:54:27
Dissociation is now thought to occur in varying degrees - from a little to a lot-in many emotional disorders where trauma and interpersonal stress play prominent roles. It is simply a way of not feeling the full impact of very painful situations. The causes can range from childhood trauma to current difficult situations.
The best treatment is psychotherapy, where a client can gradually feel safe and supported enough to face and deal with emotionally painful situations. With appropriate treatment, the prognosis can be very good. Dissociation is basically an emotional defense against pain, and is nothing like schizophrenia.
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