Dissociative Disorders

A dissociative disorder is a mental health condition that is characterized by a ‘disconnect’ between thoughts, consciousness, memory and identity. Anyone can develop dissociative disorders regardless of age, race or social background. In fact, research shows that around 75% of people have a dissociative episode in their lives although just 2% are diagnosed with the condition. It has also been shown that women are more likely to develop dissociative disorders than men.

Understanding Dissociative Disorders

As with other mental health conditions like PTSD or depression, dissociative disorder often develops in response to a traumatic event. This includes military combat, abuse, witnessing a violent incident or the sudden loss of a loved one. These traumas can take a while to recover from and during the healing process; people are much more susceptible to developing dissociative disorder.

The symptoms and signs of dissociative disorders include:

• Persistent memory loss including people, events and appointments
• A feeling of being out-of-the-body
• Depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts
• Emotional detachment or numbness
• Loss of self-identity

There is treatment available for people with dissociative disorders which can allow them to lead a happy and fulfilling life in recovery. If you are suffering any symptoms of a dissociative condition, you should know that you are not alone. Dissociative disorders can affect anyone at any age and there is plenty of help available by simply reaching out rather than retreating into isolation.

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