Session Twelve - Self (ego) states: A hallmark of DID
Session Twelve – Content Level: Intermediate and advanced
Self (ego) states: A hallmark of DID
Objectives:
1. Recognize and distinguish self- self (ego)-states (parts) as they occur in dissociative disorders
2. Discuss self (ego)-states (parts) from psychodynamic theories of mind
3. Discuss the research findings of the impact of dissociation on intrapsychic and interpersonal functioning
4. Apply theory to case material provided by the students and instructor
Readings:
A. Howell, EF (2011 Understanding and treating Dissociative Identity Disorder: A Relational Approach, NY: NY Routledge, Chapter 7, pp. 133-144.
B. Chefetz, RA (2015) Intensive Psychotherapy for Persistent Dissociative Processes: The Fear of Feeling Real. NY, NY: Norton, Chapter 3, pp. 57-95.
C. Schimmenti, A. (2016) Dissociative experiences and dissociative minds: Exploring a nomological network of dissociative functioning, Journal of Trauma & Dissociation, 17:3, 338-361.
Timed outline:
30 minutes: Discussion of Readings A – self (ego-states) through the psychodynamic theories of mind
30 minutes: Discussion of Readings B- ego states in dissociative disorders
30 minutes: Discussion of Readings C- dissociation’s impact on intrapsychic and interpersonal functioning
60 minutes: Discussion of application of theory to disguised disguised case material from students
Available Credit
- 2.50 APAThe International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation maintains responsibility for this program and its content.