W7: Dissociative Identity Disorder Quiz
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What characterizes Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

  • Complete lack of any personality traits
  • A single personality with varying moods
  • Presence of two or more distinct identities taking control (correct)
  • Severe anxiety manifesting in physical symptoms

What is the prevalence of Dissociative Identity Disorder?

  • 1.5% annually (correct)
  • 0.5% annually
  • 2.5% annually
  • 1% annually

What distinguishes 'alters' in Dissociative Identity Disorder?

  • They are always aware of each other’s actions
  • They can take on varying roles and characteristics (correct)
  • They share the same identities but differ in emotional responses
  • They always exhibit severe physical symptoms

What is a common co-occurring diagnosis with Dissociative Identity Disorder?

<p>Major Depression (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates personality fragments from alters in DID?

<p>Fragments are temporary and lack a full range of emotions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of dissociative amnesia?

<p>Gaps in memory for salient life events (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality did Sybil develop in response to childhood abuse?

<p>16 personalities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physiological evidence has been noted in people with DID compared to healthy individuals?

<p>Lower hippocampal volumes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a finding from a study on handwritten differences among alters?

<p>Significant variability in handwriting styles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What theory suggests that DID arises from complex trauma experiences?

<p>Trauma model (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding neuroanatomy in individuals with DID?

<p>Lower parietal structures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the sociocognitive model, what factors contribute to the development of DID?

<p>Sociocultural influences and therapist intervention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What physiological change was observed in DID patients when recalling traumatic experiences?

<p>Stark increases in physiological responses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of traumatic experience is most commonly associated with DID?

<p>Incest or brutal sexual abuse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What change in the perception of DID has occurred over time according to research?

<p>Increase in the number of distinct alters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In non-Western cultures, how is DID typically manifested?

<p>Pathological possession by spiritual entities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the criticism regarding using possession states as evidence for DID?

<p>Evidence of varied possession rates across cultures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How have the clinical features of DID been perceived in modern contexts?

<p>More varied and complex in presentation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has research suggested about the prevalence of DID cases worldwide?

<p>Primarily found in developed nations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model describes DID as a disorder of self-understanding influenced by cultural factors?

<p>Sociocognitive/Fantasy model (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor plays a crucial role in shaping the expression of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

<p>Cultural context (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is identified as an essential component in understanding the aetiology of DID?

<p>Family dynamics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might trauma influence manifestations of DID in different cultures?

<p>Trauma can lead to culturally specific possession states. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of DID, how are 'alternate selves' described?

<p>They are constructed representations embodying memories of trauma. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant misunderstanding regarding possession states in individuals with DID?

<p>Possession states can exist independently of DID. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does cultural context play in the understanding of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

<p>It helps differentiate internal and external identities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential criticism of using possession states as evidence for DID?

<p>Different cultural contexts show varying rates and displays of possession. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In trauma-related contexts, which aspect is often a significant factor in the development of DID?

<p>Exposure to severe and ongoing childhood trauma. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of brain imaging studies has been noted in individuals with DID?

<p>Distinct and varied brain activity linked to different identities. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following reflects a legal implication of DID?

<p>DID can complicate issues of accountability in criminal cases. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consideration in symptom provocation studies involving DID?

<p>Symptoms can vary greatly based on the individual’s identity state. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the current research indicate about optical differences in individuals with DID?

<p>Differences in optical responses correlate with identity changes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What indicates a complication in diagnosing DID regarding cultural beliefs?

<p>Possession states may confuse the diagnostic criteria for DID. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been observed about the cultural manifestations of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) outside of North America?

<p>They often align with pathological possession experiences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant criticism regarding the interpretation of possession states in relation to DID?

<p>They can be confused with psychotic disorders. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor has been highlighted as a potential influence on the development of Dissociative Identity Disorder?

<p>Cultural beliefs regarding identity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which flaw is most commonly pointed out by researchers concerning the legal implications of DID?

<p>Individuals with DID cannot be held responsible for their actions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might trauma influence the symptoms observed in individuals with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

<p>Trauma can provoke dissociative episodes reflecting emotional distress. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does brain imaging play in understanding individuals with DID?

<p>It has consistently shown significant abnormalities compared to healthy individuals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What trend has been noted regarding the perception of Dissociative Identity Disorder over time?

<p>Awareness and understanding of its complexities have increased. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common finding in symptom provocation studies involving individuals with DID?

<p>Specific triggers are able to induce alternate identities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Select all that are types of dissociative phenomena:

<p>Depersonalisation (A), Derealisation (B), Dissociative Amnesia (C), Dissociative Fugue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the experience of having no memory of how you got to a place called?

<p>Dissociative Fugue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What changed in the diagnostic criteria of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) from the DSM-III to the DSM-IV?

<p>Multiple Personality Disorder turned into Dissociative Identity Disorder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the DSM-5 add to the diagnostic criteria of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

<p>May be experienced as possession in some cultures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the annual prevalence of DID?

<p>1.5% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of suicide attempts in those with DID?

<blockquote> <p>70% (A)</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

What is DID commonly misdiagnosed as?

<p>Bipolar Disorder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many alters does a typical DID person have?

<p>2-15 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Criterion B of Dissociative Amnesia includes which of the following? (Select all that apply)

<p>Gaps in any aspect of autobiographical memory (A), Lapses in memory of recent events or well-learned skills (B), Discovery of possessions that the individual doesn't remember having owned (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Criterion B of Dissociative Amnesia includes which of the following? (Select all that apply)

<p>Gaps in any aspect of autobiographical memory (A), Lapses in memory of recent events or well-learned skills (B), Discovery of possessions that the individual doesn't remember having owned (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Billy Milligan case significant?

<p>1st successful use of MPD for insanity defense (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What preliminary evidence was there for Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)? (Select all that apply)

<p>Different Handedness (A), Different Allergic Responses (B), Different Responses to the Same Medication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Miller find concerning vision and Multiple Personality Disorder (MPD)?

<p>MPD people had eye balance changes when they switched identity states (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did brain imaging show about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

<p>Healthy controls could not fake their way to experience the same brain changes as DID patients. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a neuroanatomy characteristic of those with DID?

<p>Increased prefrontal cortex (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and abuse?

<p>Majority of DID cases report incest or brutal sexual abuse often by a psychotic adult (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does neurobiological evidence suggest about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

<p>DID is a severe form of PTSD (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The theory of DID involving trauma-avoidance and trauma-fixated personalities is called:

<p>Structural theory of dissociation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Sociocognitive/Fantasy Model of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) theorizes that people develop DID due to:

<p>Iatrogenic factors (A), Media influences (B), Sociocultural Expectations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the evidence for the Sociocognitive/Fantasy Model of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

<p>Individuals tend to overreport commonly known symptoms, while underreporting less publicized symptoms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a change in DID over time?

<p>Faster switches between personalities (A), More personality alters (B), Different sex, race, species of alters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Piper and Merskey's view on the plausibility of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

<p>It used to be plausible in its original conceptualisations, but now is not (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and possession explained?

<p>The combination of a predisposition to personality fragmentation and extreme trauma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) & Culture

  • DID is characterized by a fragmentation of internal identities in mainstream Western Cultures.
  • In non-Western Cultures, DID may be expressed as a possession by external spiritual entities.
  • Traditional cultures widely hold possession beliefs.
  • Diverse rates of possession states are observed across diverse societies.
  • The manifestation of possession states in diverse cultures suggests a socio-cultural influence on how multiple identities are expressed.
  • Spanos (1994) proposes that possession phenomena highlight the socially constructed aspects of multiple identity displays.
  • DID cases are primarily concentrated in North America and a handful of other countries, with limited documentation outside these regions.
  • The limited global representation of DID cases may point to a western bias in research and clinical practices.
  • In African, Asian, and non-Western cultures, DID commonly manifests as pathological possession experiences.
  • Cultural norms shape the way DID is expressed, rather than dismissing it entirely.
  • The socio-historical development of DID does not negate the existence of genuine trauma-based cases.
  • Trauma and culture interplay in the shaping of DID.
  • Traumatic experiences, family dynamics, child development, attachment, and cultural influences collectively contribute to the development of DID.
  • Culture plays a role in constructing alternate selves, which can be embodied representations of "a different person" or spiritual entity.
  • While not all possession states indicate DID, trauma can lead to the expression of DID through possession experiences.

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Test your knowledge about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), including its characteristics, symptoms, and prevalence. This quiz covers the role of 'alters', the 'host' personality, co-occurring disorders, and theories related to DID. Explore various aspects of this complex mental health condition.

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