Dissociation is a disruption in the normal integration of consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, and behavior. When distressing and impairing, it can indicate a dissociative disorder. Interventional Psychiatry Group provides thoughtful evaluation and management for dissociative symptoms with patient-centered, trauma-informed care.
 
What are dissociative disorders?
According to the DSM-5-TR, dissociative disorders include Dissociative Identity Disorder,
 
Dissociative Amnesia, and Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder. Symptoms may include memory gaps, feeling detached from oneself or surroundings, feeling “unreal,” or experiencing different personality states.
 
What treatments help manage dissociative disorders?
First-line treatments include psychotherapy, often with a trauma-informed approach such as EMDR or cognitive-behavioral therapy. Medications may help manage co-occurring symptoms like depression or anxiety. At Interventional Psychiatry Group, we offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management, and can refer to therapists with expertise in trauma and dissociation.
 
If you’re struggling with dissociation, know that help is available. Call Interventional Psychiatry Group at 901-752-4900 to schedule an evaluation, or request an evaluation online
 
The information provided above is for educational purposes only. Professional evaluation is required to make a formal diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.