Overview: A compelling memoir about Cameron West’s journey of discovering he has DID and his therapeutic process to understand and manage his condition.
Keep in mind that authors have different perspectives about topics such as integration, particularly if the book is older. Glossary of Terms – Learn About DID
Overview: A modern self-help and clinical guide on understanding dissociation. Marich explains the phenomenon in relatable terms, making it accessible for both individuals experiencing dissociation and professionals supporting them. It offers coping tools and grounding techniques.
Overview: Since the publication of Colin A. Ross's influential work MultiplePersonality Disorder in 1989, this challenging field has evolved rapidly--with new thinking, new research, and a new name:dissociative identity disorder (DID). Keeping pace with thesedevelopments, this retitled Second Edition has been skillfully revised and expanded to offer a comprehensive, detailed, and fullyup-to-date grounding in the history, diagnosis, and treatment of DID.
"I highly recommend Journeys to One: Spiritual Stories of Integrating from Dissociative Identity Disorder reading this book! It has validated so many things I had told my therapist, things I thought no one would ever be able to believe. It has provided me with hope and courage to continue my healing. I think it will be very beneficial to all who love and care about someone who has survived as well. I think these ladies are an inspiration and I thank them so much for sharing."
(Editor), Irvin D. Yalom (Editor) "This is the best book to date on the subject of DID/MPD. The authors are the leaders in the field, and they offer concise and detailed information about how to treat patients with multiple personalities in in-patient and out-patient settings. Dr. Spira's introductory chapter is especially helpful and offers a good context for the chapters that follow. There are chapters on psychological assessment, the develop of DID, treatments from a variety of perspectives, and even a chapter of psychotropic medications! This is a great book for anyone who has ever treated someone with MPD, or who want to better understand dissociative disorders."
Join Dr. Allison on his continuing journey into the bipartite human mind, where ...demons frolic and angels do not fear to tread. In the first edition of this book (1980), Dr. Allison told astonishing stories about his dissociated patients' parading alter-personalities and other psychic beings befor...See More
Winner of ISSTD's 2009 Pierre Janet Writing Award for the best publication on di...ssociation in 2009! Dissociation and the Dissociative Disorders is a book that has no real predecessor in the dissociative disorders field. It reports the most recent scientific findings and conceptualizations about dissociation; defines and establishes the boundaries of current knowledge in the dissociative disorders field; identifies and carefully articulates the field’s current points of confusion, gaps in knowledge, and conjectures; clarifies the different aspects and implications of dissociation; and sets forth a research agenda for the next decade. In many respects, Dissociation and the Dissociative Disorders both defines and redefines the field.
Winner of the 2011 International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) Pierre Janet Writing Award.
This training manual for patients who have a trauma-related dissociative disorder includes short educational pieces, homework sheets, and exercises that address ways in which dissociation interferes with essential emotional and life skills, and support inner communication and collaboration with dissociative parts of the personality. Topics include understanding dissociation and PTSD, using inner reflection, emotion regulation, coping with dissociative problems related to triggers and traumatic memories, resolving sleep problems related to dissociation, coping with relational difficulties, and help with many other difficulties with daily life. The manual can be used in individual therapy or structured groups.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Multiple Personality Disorder
Author: Frank W. Putnam
Overview: A foundational clinical text on DID, this book provides detailed information about diagnosis, etiology, and treatment. Dr. Putnam combines research with case studies, offering practical guidance for therapists working with DID clients.
Overview: A trauma-focused therapeutic approach emphasizing the integration of fragmented parts caused by dissociation. Dr. Fisher uses neurobiological insights and somatic techniques to help trauma survivors develop self-compassion and work toward inner harmony.
Overview: A comprehensive guide for individuals with DID, their loved ones, and professionals. The book provides information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of DID, alongside practical tools for navigating daily life and therapy.
Treating Dissociative Identity Disorder: The Power of the Collective Heart
Authors: Deborah Bray Haddock and Suzette Boon
Overview: This book focuses on therapeutic approaches for working with DID clients, emphasizing empathy, safety, and the importance of building trust. It offers practical strategies for fostering communication and collaboration between alters.
Minds In Many Pieces: Revealing the Spiritual Side of Multiple Personality Disorder