October 1, 2024 PCI Centers
Understanding Dissociation and Its Connection to Trauma Dissociation occurs when the mind distances itself from stressful or traumatic events when “actual escape is not possible” (Lanius et al., 2018). This psychological mechanism can manifest in response to a variety of mental health conditions, including: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Anxiety disorders Depression Bipolar disorder Schizophrenia Dissociation…