J Trauma Dissociation November 2020 PMID 31461395

The prevalence of Dissociative Disorders and dissociative experiences in college populations: a meta-analysis of 98 studies.

Mary-Anne Kate, Tanya Hopwood, Graham Jamieson

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Discussions highlight the study's findings, such as the prevalence of Dissociative Identity Disorder and OSDD, citing figures like 3.7% and 4%, and referencing how these rates challenge previous assumptions. The tone varies from factual to empathetic, emphasizing both the importance of recognizing dissociation as trauma-related and its frequency in college environments, which underscores its potential impact on mental health approaches.

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Most discussions support the findings of the meta-analysis, emphasizing that dissociative disorders are more prevalent than traditionally believed.

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Participants show high curiosity, referencing new research and specific statistics about dissociative experiences in college populations.

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Many posts demonstrate thoughtful engagement, citing prevalence rates, discussing implications, and referencing related studies.

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The conversations reflect awareness of the study's significance, with some considering its influence on mental health understanding and campus awareness.

Abstract in brief

  • This meta-analysis of 98 studies involving over 31,000 college students found that about 11.4% met criteria for Dissociative Disorders (DD), mainly linked to childhood trauma, which supports the Trauma Model (TM) over the Fantasy Model (FM).
  • Dissociation scores varied greatly across different countries and were higher in countries perceived as less safe, contradicting the idea that dissociation is mainly a product of fantasy proneness and social roles as suggested by the FM.
  • Overall, the findings support the Trauma Model, showing that dissociation is more associated with real trauma experiences rather than being a fad or driven by fantasy, and that these disorders remain relatively stable over time.]

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Michael Salter
@mike_salter · X

Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate that it is more common that schizophrenia. Recent meta-analysis found that 3.7% of college students met the criteria for DID. https://t.co/3jeeeEqPVs https://t.co/UbVyxGpgQb

Mar 7, 2021 · 17 likes · 7 shares · 18,683 followers View post →
The Alexandrite System
@WeAreAlexandra · X

@pixie_petals @documense @Multiplicityand For rarity definitely cite this meta analysis that suggests that DID is as high as 4% of the population and OSDD is as high as 6% (just say that college campus studies aren't perfect etc etc fluffy bullshit so singlets can cope) https://t.co/ZqrbQ7Bz2C

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Sarah E. Olson
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RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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Christine Forner
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RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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Kate
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RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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The Alexandrite System
@WeAreAlexandra · X

@pixie_petals @documense @Multiplicityand For rarity definitely cite this meta analysis that suggests that DID is as high as 4% of the population and OSDD is as high as 6% (just say that college campus studies aren't perfect etc etc fluffy bullshit so singlets can cope) https://t.co/ZqrbQ7Bz2C

Sep 4, 2024 · 2 likes · 2,998 followers View post →
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@tsareena_unite @karmirariel @Snoctal @ahri_rose_elmac https://t.co/0IdbSPFWzN, va voir ça plutôt Ca explique l’étude

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Lunard he/him
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@Zeon21Tach @Bloody_Rainbow6 Et cette étude : https://t.co/9mEYCq0jJE pose les prévalences suivantes : ATDS en jaune, TDI en vert https://t.co/iovtsHXUg2

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Kate
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RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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Sarah E. Olson
@SarahEOlson2009 · X

RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

Mar 8, 2021 · 7 shares · 5,128 followers View post →
Christine Forner
@assoc1counsell · X

RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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RT @mike_salter: Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate tha…

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Michael Salter
@mike_salter · X

Just to be clear - Dissociative Identity Disorder is not "vanishingly rare". All available prevalence studies indicate that it is more common that schizophrenia. Recent meta-analysis found that 3.7% of college students met the criteria for DID. https://t.co/3jeeeEqPVs https://t.co/UbVyxGpgQb

Mar 7, 2021 · 17 likes · 7 shares · 18,683 followers View post →
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