What are the Types of Alters in DID?
Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a mental health condition in which an individual has several different “alters.” An alter is essentially an alternative identity that an individual may switch between. Alters may have completely different names, genders, personalities, and even physical characteristics that they perceive internally. Understanding Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) […]
Understanding the Poly Fragmented Dissociative Identity Disorder
Poly fragmented dissociative identity disorder is a complex sect of dissociative identity disorder (DID) in which a person has more than one identity. Previously known as multiple personality disorder, poly fragmented DID is widely misunderstood. It is characterized by an individual having “alters” or alternative identities that they may switch between. With poly fragmented DID […]
What Does High Functioning BPD Look Like?
High functioning borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a lesser-known subset of the mental health condition characterized by unstable moods, behaviors, and relationships. The “high functioning” aspect comes from how individuals exhibit these symptoms. Spotting high functioning borderline personality disorder may be harder, and treating it is complex. Understanding High Functioning BPD Emotions are typically externalized […]
Explaining the 4 Types of Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that is complex and often misunderstood. There are four medically accepted forms of BPD. An individual can have more than one type of BPD in their lifetime, and it may change and evolve at different stages of life. People with borderline personality disorder have difficulty regulating […]
What is Quiet Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
Quiet borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a lesser known sect of the mental health condition that is characterized by unstable moods, behaviors, and relationships. The “quiet” aspect comes from how individuals exhibit these symptoms. Spotting quiet borderline personality disorder may be harder and treating it is complex. Understanding Quiet BPD Emotions are typically externalized when […]
What’s the Difference Between Psychosis and Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia and psychosis are often connected, however it is possible to have one psychosis caused by other conditions or habits. Schizophrenia can cause psychosis, but psychosis is not only a symptom of schizophrenia. An individual can experience psychosis without being diagnosed with schizophrenia. Schizophrenia involves hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking and behavior. Psychosis includes symptoms […]
Late Onset Schizophrenia: When Does it Usually Start?
24 million people, or 0.32% of people worldwide are diagnosed with schizophrenia. It is a complex condition. Doctors diagnose most people between the ages of 16 and 30, typically after their first episode of psychosis. However, schizophrenia can be diagnosed later in life after having a late onset. Hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking and behavior […]
How to Heal PTSD from Narcissistic Abuse
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can develop in individuals who have experienced or witnessed a sudden, frightening, or life-threatening event, leaving a deep emotional impact. Those directly involved or even bystanders can be affected. Key signs of PTSD include flashbacks, disturbing dreams, heightened anxiety, and recurring, unwanted thoughts related to the trauma. […]
High-Functioning Autism: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Support
High-functioning autism is the diagnosis of autism where an individual is still able to carry out basic functions and tasks like someone without autism would be able to. This can include speaking, reading, writing, and basic skills like eating, getting dressed, and holding a job. Autism itself is a developmental brain disorder that can range […]
Common Symptoms of High-Functioning Autism in Women
High-functioning autism can be hard to spot, especially in adulthood. Getting a diagnosis as a woman in adulthood can be even harder, because the condition is typically stigmatized as a “male condition.” Autism presents differently in men versus women, and the diagnostic rate is three boys for every one girl. When someone has high-functioning autism, […]