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Dissociative identity disorder

Overview

Dissociative identity disorder, previously called multiple personality disorder, is characterized by the presence of 2 or more distinct personality states (identities). Each may have a unique name, personal history, and characteristics.

Treatments

This is usually a reaction to trauma, to help a person avoid bad memories. Treatment is talk therapy.

Last Updated: June 13th, 2017

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