Disosiative Identity Disorder

Suatu gangguan yang ditandai dengan adanya dua atau lebih status kepribadian yang berbeda.

Gangguan identitas disosiatif, sebelumnya disebut gangguan kepribadian ganda, biasanya

merupakan suatu reaksi terhadap trauma sebagai cara untuk membantu seseorang menghindari
kenangan buruk.
Gangguan identitas disosiatif ditandai dengan adanya dua atau lebih jenis identitas kepribadian.
Masing-masing identitas dapat memiliki nama, riwayat pribadi, dan karakteristik yang unik.
Penanganan terapi bicara.

Dissociative identity disorder is a severe form of dissociation, a mental process which

produces a lack of connection in a person's thoughts, memories, feelings, actions, or sense of
identity.

How do you know if someone has identity disorder?

Memory loss (amnesia) of certain time periods, events, people and personal information.
A sense of being detached from yourself and your emotions. A perception of the people and
things around you as distorted and unreal. A blurred sense of identity.

What does a DID switch feel like?

Strong, uncomfortable emotions. Extreme stress. Certain times of the year. Looking at old
pictures.

What triggers a DID switch?

There are a variety of triggers that can cause switching between alters, or identities, in
people with dissociative identity disorder. These can include stress, memories, strong
emotions, senses, alcohol and substance use, special events, or specific
situations. In some cases, the triggers are not known.
Post Trauma Stress Disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's triggered by a
terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include
flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event.

Gangguan yang ditandai dengan kegagalan untuk pulih setelah mengalami atau menyaksikan
peristiwa yang mengerikan.

Kondisi ini bisa berlangsung berbulan-bulan atau bertahun-tahun, dengan pemicu yang dapat
membawa kembali kenangan trauma disertai dengan reaksi emosional dan fisik yang intens.
Gejalanya dapat mencakup mimpi buruk atau kilas balik, menghindari situasi yang mengingatkan
trauma, meningkatkan reaktivitas terhadap rangsangan, kegelisahan, atau suasana hati yang
tertekan.
Penanganannya berupa berbagai jenis psikoterapi serta obat untuk mengatasi gejala.

PTSD: Top 5 signs of PTSD you need to know

 A life threatening event. This includes a perceived-to-be life threatening event. ...
 Internal reminders of a traumatic event. These signs of trauma typically present
as nightmares or flashbacks. ...
 Avoidance of external reminders. ...
 Altered anxiety state. ...
 Changes in mood or thinking.

How does a person with PTSD Act?

People with PTSD have intense, disturbing thoughts and feelings related to their
experience that last long after the traumatic event has ended. They may relive the
event through flashbacks or nightmares; they may feel sadness, fear or anger; and they
may feel detached or estranged from other people.

How can you tell if someone has PTSD?

Common symptoms of PTSD
 vivid flashbacks (feeling like the trauma is happening right now)
 intrusive thoughts or images.
 nightmares.
 intense distress at real or symbolic reminders of the trauma.
 physical sensations such as pain, sweating, nausea or trembling.
Is PTSD brain damage?
According to recent studies, Emotional Trauma and PTSD do cause both brain and
physical damage. Neuropathologists have seen overlapping effects of physical and
emotional trauma upon the brain.

Is PTSD a mental illness or disorder?

Overview. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's
triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may
include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts
about the event.

Mental illness is a group of illnesses that are often diagnosed through standard
criteria. The term 'mental disorder' refers to the same health problems.

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According to The World Health Organization, one in four people in the world will be
affected by mental or neurological disorders at some point in their lives. 

Mental illnesses and disorders can strike at any time and are not discriminative of who
they affect. Some people will struggle with their mental health for years while others
may always have to manage the symptoms of their condition.

But what is the difference between mental illness and mental disorder? Keep reading this
article to learn more about the differences.

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What Is a Mental Disorder?

The medical definition of a disorder is a disturbance of the normal physical or mental
health of the mind or body. This disturbance is also referred to as derangement and may
cause confusion or disarray. 

For example, an individual with an eating disorder or a personality disorder may be

referred to as having a mental disorder. 
However, the term itself is a little outdated. It derives from earlier mental health
understandings of the mind and brain when it was thought that a mental disorder was all
to do with the mind. 

Nowadays, we know that mental disorders are illnesses that affect the brain, not just the
mind and that they can affect the functioning of an individual. 

What is Mental Illness?

The medical definition of an illness is poor health resulting from disease of the body or
mind. 

While the medical definition of a disease is an abnormal condition of a part, organ, or

system of an organism. These abnormal conditions can be caused by infection,
inflammation, environmental factors, or a genetic defect. Diseases are characterized by a
group of symptoms or signs.

Before mental health was better understood, experts believed that the term ‘disorder’
was a better fit than ‘illness’. Once psychologists and scientists found that mental
illnesses are a disease of the body, they began to use the term mental illness more
widely. 

The main difference between a mental disorder and a mental illness is the origin of the
condition. However, you’ll hear professionals interchangeably using terms such as
mental illness, mental disorder, and mental health. 

What Types of Mental Illnesses Are There?

If you’re wondering “do I have a mental illness?” Then you’re in the right place. 

There are almost 300 mental illnesses listed in the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical
Manual of Mental Disorders). This book is what mental health professionals use to
identify and diagnose mental illnesses. 

The main groups of mental disorders are:

 Anxiety disorders 
 Eating disorders (for example anorexia or bulimia)
 Mood disorders (for example depression or bipolar)
 Personality disorders (for example borderline personality disorder)
 Psychotic disorders (for example schizophrenia)
 Substance abuse disorders (for example drug addictions)
  Trauma-related disorders (for example post-traumatic stress disorder)

Everybody has days where they feel physically unwell, but that doesn’t mean that your
overall health is down or that you have a serious illness.

The same can be said about your mental health. You may experience days where you
feel stressed, or sad, but that doesn’t mean that you have a mental illness. We all
experience a range of emotions. 

However, if you feel that you always feel stressed or can’t remember a day where you
weren’t feeling down then you might have a mental illness. If you do suspect that you
have any of the above mental health illnesses, then you should seek professional medical
help immediately. 

How Do I Treat a Mental Illness?

The first step in treating any mental illness is seeking professional health. A qualified
mental health professional will be able to diagnose your symptoms. They will also
provide you with the best way to treat your symptoms.

Often mental illnesses are treated with a combination of prescription drugs and therapy.
Your doctor should be able to give you a personalized treatment plan and discuss what
you need to do. 

Mental health illnesses are episodic, just like a lot of physical illnesses. This means that
there will be times when you experience ill health and times when you experience good
health.

The important thing to remember is that good mental health isn’t always about feeling
happy and confident all of the time. It’s about living with your mental illness and learning
how to cope with it. 

How to Look After Your Mental Health

There are several ways you can look after your mental health and well-being.

Some people find that taking time to do things they enjoy helps. Others find that
volunteer work and caring for others help to boost their mental health. And some people
find that regular exercise helps to improve their mental and physical health.

Often these simple things can really help to boost your happiness and self-esteem.
When it comes to looking after your mental health you need to keep your body healthy,
which means eating well and exercising, and keeping your mind active and not focused
too heavily on you. 
But is there any evidence to suggest these factors really work? Yes, there is! One study
conducted found that individuals who exercised had 43.2% fewer days of poor mental
health compared to those who didn’t exercise.

Several studies have also found that engaging in hobbies and doing things you enjoy can
help reduce feelings of depression and can help to protect the brain against physical
diseases such as dementia and heart problems.

Does trauma change your personality?

A person may experience a change in their demeanor after experiencing a
traumatic situation or witnesses an unpleasant event. These behavioral changes
may be caused by a mental health condition, such as: Anxiety: Anxiety occurs when a
person feels nervous or uneasy about a situation.

What not to do with someone who has PTSD?

Communication pitfalls to avoid

Stop your loved one from talking about their feelings or fears. Offer unsolicited
advice or tell your loved one what they “should” do. Blame all of your relationship or
family problems on your loved one's PTSD. Give ultimatums or make threats or
demands.

What happens to the mind after trauma?

The brain becomes somewhat disorganized and overwhelmed because of the
trauma, while the body goes into a survival mode and shuts down the higher reasoning
and language structures of the brain. The result of the metabolic shutdown is a profound
imprinted stress response.