Asked by Nataly Llamas on Jul 28, 2024

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Taylor has no memory of the abuse she experienced as a child.During a session with her clinical psychologist,she suddenly began talking in a deeper voice,claiming to be Adam,a male personality,who remembered all of the abuse.Taylor is demonstrating the symptoms of

A) anorexia nervosa.
B) dissociative identity disorder.
C) bulimia nervosa.
D) narcissistic personality disorder.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A psychiatric diagnosis that describes a condition involving the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities in a single individual, often a result of severe trauma.

Clinical Psychologist

A professional who applies psychological principles and techniques to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health issues and promote psychological well-being.

Child Abuse

Physical, sexual, emotional abuse, or neglect of a child by a parent, guardian, or caregiver.

  • Identify and describe the symptoms associated with dissociative identity disorder.
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Nguveren AzoomAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Taylor is exhibiting symptoms of dissociative identity disorder, formerly known as multiple personality disorder. The emergence of a male personality who has memories of the abuse is indicative of dissociation and fragmentation of identity.