Which of the Following Is Not True of Dissociative Identity

question 268

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of dissociative identity disorder?

• A) There is frequently evidence of extreme physical or sexual abuse in childhood.
• B) The disorder is more common among females than males.
• C) The alter personalities may differ radically from each other and from the host personality.
• D) The host personality usually knows of the existence of the other personalities.

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Definitions:

Androgynous

Possessing or exhibiting both masculine and feminine characteristics; often used in the context of gender identity and roles.

Expressive Traits

Personality attributes that involve external displays of emotions, feelings, and interpersonal communication.

Gender Identity

An individual's personal sense of their own gender, whether that aligns with their biological sex or not.

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