Dissociation

Ever wonder why people develop a reliance on dissociation as a coping to the point of possibly developing Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) or OSDD? People who grow up with caregivers who are not attuned to them are more likely to develop dissociative coping strategies. If…

As we have seen over the course of multiple posts about dissociation, there is much confusion about these symptoms in general and the Dissociative Disorders in particular. That’s why it is incredibly important to find a provider that is knowledgeable and trained in working with…

    Chronic dissociation, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID or OSDD) and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) are all closely related due to their roots in trauma, particularly chronic attachment trauma in childhood. People with BPD may experience stress related dissociative experiences, particularly in response to real…

There is a strong link between eating disorders and dissociation. Many folks who suffer from eating disorders are dissociated from their bodies and their bodily functions. This means they may not know if/when they are full or hungry. They also may not know if they…

Dissociation and PTSD are strongly related disorders resulting from trauma. They are often diagnosed together. It would be highly unlikely to have a diagnosis of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) or OSDD without having a PTSD diagnosis. Dissociative symptoms and experiences are very common in individuals…

Dissociation can be caused by alcohol, drug and/or medication use. These dissociative experiences can come while under the influence of these substances or during withdrawal. These dissociative experiences can be transitory or they can become more chronic and persistent. And people with Dissociative Disorders may…