To Receive a Diagnosis of Depersonalization/derealization Disorder, the Person Must

question 62

Multiple Choice

To receive a diagnosis of depersonalization/derealization disorder, the person must:

• A)have frequent and distressing episodes of detachment from self or surroundings that disrupt functioning.
• B)have been under the influence of an illicit drug or be chronically sleep deprived.
• C)have alternating personalities trying to gain control.
• D)have been exposed to a traumatic event such as sexual assault.

---

Definitions:

Checkup

A medical examination to assess a person's health or the condition of an organ or system, often part of routine health maintenance.

Socio-emotional Development

Refers to the process by which individuals learn and develop the skills to understand and manage emotions, establish and maintain relationships, and develop a sense of self and others.

Harry Harlow

Harry Harlow was an American psychologist best known for his maternal-separation and social isolation experiments on rhesus monkeys, which highlighted the importance of caregiving and companionship in social and cognitive development.

Comforting Touch

Comforting touch is a physical way of showing empathy, support, or love, which can significantly reduce stress, soothe pain, and increase feelings of connection and security.