DissociationA psychological defense mechanism where certain thoughts, emotions, sensations, or memories are compartmentalized because they are too overwhelming for the conscious mind.
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The disconnection or separation of something from something else or the state of being disconnected.
PersonalityA characteristic way of thinking, feeling, and behaving.
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The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.
TraumaAn emotional response to a terrible event.
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A deeply distressing or disturbing experience.
TherapistA professional who helps individuals, couples, or families with mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
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A person skilled in a particular kind of therapy.