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Biological, psychological, and socio-structural underpinnings of dissociative identity disorder
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Abstract
Epidemiological studies revealed the prevalence and diverse symptoms of dissociative identity disorder (DID), emphasizing diagnostic complexities. Debates over its etiology, ranging from trauma to fantasy predisposition, highlight the need for ongoing research and varied therapeutic approaches. Neuroimaging has uncovered distinct structural and functional brain differences in DID patients, contributing to our understanding of its neurological basis. Despite therapeutic progress, including behavioral and pharmacological interventions, effectively DID treatments remain challenging. Integrating biological, psychological, and sociocultural perspectives is crucial for advancing DID diagnosis and treatment.
Keywords
Dissociative identity disorder, Trauma model, Theory of structural dissociation of the personality, Neural basis, Comorbidity, Treatment.
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Lin,T. (2024). Biological, psychological, and socio-structural underpinnings of dissociative identity disorder. Theoretical and Natural Science,59,233-245.
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