In Some Ways, for Those Patients with Dissociative Identity Disorder

question 97

Multiple Choice

In some ways, for those patients with dissociative identity disorder (DID) and who have suffered horrific childhood abuse, DID can be seen as an adaptive response.Why?

• A)The patient receives a great deal of attention for the past abuse he or she suffered.
• B)Overall, mental health is improved.
• C)Psychologically, at least, the child can escape an intolerable situation.
• D)Family problems are identified and acknowledged for the first time.

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Definitions:

Competence

The ability of an individual to do something successfully or efficiently.

Empathy

Ability to put oneself in another person’s place and feel what the other person feels.

Middle Childhood

The developmental stage in children aged approximately 6 to 12 years, typically involving significant growth in cognitive, emotional, and social areas.

Empathic Parents

Caregivers who possess the ability to understand and share the feelings of their child, fostering a supportive and understanding family environment.