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Dissociative Disorders

Medical Definition: Sudden temporary alterations in the normally integrative functions of consciousness.
Guide Notes: use Cat F3 qualif
Also Called: Dissociation,Hysteria, Dissociative
Dissociative Disorders Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Multiple Personality Disorder - A dissociative disorder in which the individual adopts two or more distinct personalities. Each personality is a fully integrated and complex unit with memories, behavior patterns and social friendships. Transition from one personality to another is sudden.

Dissociative Disorders Medical Definitions and Terms

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