PSYCH 2AP3 Study Guide - Final Guide: Dissociative Identity Disorder, Dissociative Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

• School: McMaster University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYCH 2AP3
• Professor: Richard B Day

Document Summary

Basic pattern: disturbance or alteration in identity, memory or consciousness removal of a cluster of associated mental elements from one"s conscious awareness and or conscious wilful control. Generally also involves an alteration in sense of identity. Largest group of cases occur during wartime or in connection with combat or extreme. Most experts and clinicians consider dissociation to exist on a continuum that ranges from daydreaming to did that includes daydreaming, amnesia, hypnosis, oob experiences, spirit possession, highway hypnosis. Important to consider that the mind and its functions operates to adapt individuals to his or her surroundings. 80%) of multiples have an internal self helper personality. Provide information and insights into the workings of the personality matrix. May discuss patient"s strengths and weaknesses, tell therapists what needs to be done to help patient. Sometimes many personality states (half cases have 10 or more).