Dissociative Identity Disorder: Etiology, Media, and Stigma

Authors

Leah N. Millard, Gettysburg CollegeFollow

Class Year

2023

Document Type

Student Research Paper

Date of Creation

Spring 2020

Department 1

English

Abstract

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is often portrayed incorrectly in the media, causing the public to know little about the disorder other than the stigmatizing information from the media. Because of this, individuals with the disorder often face more stigmatizing behaviors than the "normal" amount of stigma those with mental disorders often face. The newest revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) contributes the etiology of the disorder to underlying trauma, however many psychologists consider a "sociocognitive" or "fantasy" model. Current research provides more support for the trauma/posttraumatic model of the disorder and further supports the harm the media is causing.

Comments

Written for ENG 101: Introduction to College Writing.

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Recommended Citation

Millard, Leah N., "Dissociative Identity Disorder: Etiology, Media, and Stigma" (2020). Student Publications. 816.
https://cupola.gettysburg.edu/student_scholarship/816