Understanding and Treating Dissociative Identity Disorder (or Multiple Personality Disorder)

Author: Jo L. RingrosePublisher: RoutledgePaperback:ISBN 10: 9781780490335ISBN 13: 978-1780490335This book provides all of the information a practitioner needs in order to begin work with clients with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Drawing on experiences from her own practice and extensive research conducted with the help of internationally acclaimed experts in the field, the author describes the development of DID and the structure of the personality of these clients. The reader is guided through the assessment process, the main phases and components of treatment, and the issues and contentions that may arise in this work. Throughout the text there are case examples, practical exercises, techniques, and strategies that can be used in therapy sessions. The resources section includes screening and assessment instruments, as well as information on techniques for managing anxiety and self harm, both of which can be major problems when working with clients with DID. Review 'An innovative, updated, creative, practical resource for professionals who struggle to understand and effectively address the challenges of working with dissociative clients.' (Dr Barbara Boat, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Director of the Childhood Trust 2012-07-01)'An essential guide for working with DID. It is compact, with good knowledge of the subject and written in a language that everyone understands.' (Dr Claire Schulz, Top Referent Trauma Centrum 2012-07-01)'This is an impressive piece of work.' (Dr Erica Pearl, Assistant Professor of Clinical Paediatrics 2012-07-01)'This book ticks all my boxes. It has been written with clarity and compassion. Great care has been taken to ensure that a cross section of approaches is included. Uniquely, it is addressed to beginners in the field in such a way that clinicians and other interested readers will not feel intimidated by the subject matter. It deserves to find its place in all therapy training organisations as well as in training for psychologists.' (Remy Aquarone, President of the European Society for Trauma & Dissociation; Director 2012-07-01) About the Author Jo L Ringrose