Description

Dissociative Identity Disorder is a severe mental health condition characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or an experience of possession. These identities may have their own names, ages, histories, and characteristics, leading to significant disruptions in the individual's sense of self and functioning.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'Doble Personalidad' may be used colloquially in some contexts, but it is important to use the clinical term to avoid misunderstandings. Additionally, interpreters should be cautious of mixing this term with related conditions such as 'trastorno de identidad disociativo' or 'trastorno de personalidad múltiple', which may be heard in discussions.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder after exhibiting multiple distinct identities.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Doble Personalidad después de mostrar múltiples identidades distintas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'trastorno de personalidad múltiple'; using colloquial terms instead of clinical terminology; misinterpreting the severity of the condition.