Introduction to Dissociative Disorders

What you'll learn

Course overview

This presentation provides an introduction to the diagnostic criteria, clinical presentation, and treatment interventions for dissociative disorders. Participants will review the history of dissociative diagnoses, dispel common myths and harmful perspectives, and explore the prevalence of dissociation and its co-occurrence with other diagnoses. Assessment tools covered include the Dissociative Experiences Scale-II (DES-II), the Shutdown Dissociation Scale (Shut-D), and the Multidimensional Inventory of Dissociation (MID). The presentation concludes by examining the clinical implications of dissociation in the context of trauma and how practitioners can adapt interventions to meet the specific needs of clients with dissociation.