(F44) Dissociative [conversion] disorders
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Diagnosis dissociative [conversion] disorders is diagnosed Women are 47.85% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis dissociative [conversion] disorders
12 200 (9.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis dissociative [conversion] disorders
8 024 (2.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease dissociative [conversion] disorders - Men and Women aged 15-19
Disease Features dissociative [conversion] disorders
Dissociative [conversion] disorders - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - dissociative [conversion] disorders
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Conduct a physical exam to rule out any underlying medical conditions
- Conduct a psychological assessment to determine the presence of any mental health issues
- Administer psychological tests, such as the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2
- Conduct a structured clinical interview to assess for the presence of dissociative symptoms
- Conduct an in-depth assessment of the patient's medical, family, and social history
- Administer psychometric tests to measure the severity of the symptoms
- Conduct neuropsychological testing to assess cognitive functioning
- Perform a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's current functioning
- Perform a comprehensive review of the patient's records and previous treatment
- Administer the Dissociative Experiences Scale (DES) to assess the severity of dissociative symptoms
- Conduct a trauma history assessment to assess for a history of trauma or abuse
- Conduct a functional assessment to assess the patient's ability to perform daily activities
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Psychotherapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Hypnotherapy
- Medication Management
- Group Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Creative Art Therapy
- Biofeedback
- Relaxation Techniques
- Mindfulness Practices
Dissociative [conversion] disorders - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease dissociative [conversion] disorders
Anxiety
(Nervousness, Uneasiness, Apprehension, Worry, Distress, Dread, Panic, Agitation, Unease, Jitters, Fear, Tension, Frustration, Anxiety attack)
Anxiety is a feeling of unease, worry, or fear. It can manifest as physical symptoms such as difficulty breathing, rapid heart rate, sweating, and trembling. It can also manifest as mental symptoms such as restlessness, difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts, and irritability. Anxiety can develop...
Forgetfulness
(Absent-mindedness, Amnesia, Fuzzy thinking, Lapses, Memory loss, Mind blanking, Scatterbrained, Senility, Short-term memory loss, Unfocused)
Forgetfulness is a common symptom of aging and can manifest in difficulty remembering recent events, names, words, and places. It can develop gradually over time, or suddenly, and can be caused by a variety of medical conditions. It can range from mild to severe, and can affect daily activities. It ...
Coma
(Unconsciousness, Stupor, Vegetative state, Profound unconsciousness, Deep sleep, Deep unconsciousness, Persistent vegetative state, Locked-in syndrome)
Coma is a state of unconsciousness in which a person cannot be awakened, fails to respond normally to painful stimuli, light, or sound, lacks a normal wake-sleep cycle, and does not initiate voluntary actions. It usually develops gradually over a period of time, and can be caused by a variety of med...
Agnosia
(Inability to recognize, Loss of recognition, Inability to identify, Loss of identification, Loss of knowledge, Inability to recall, Cognitive impairment, Memory loss, Cognitive disability)
Agnosia is a neurological disorder characterized by the inability to recognize objects, people, sounds, shapes, or smells despite intact sensory function. It is usually associated with damage to the temporal or parietal lobe of the brain. Symptoms vary depending on the type of agnosia, but may inclu...
Disorientation
(Confusion, Dizziness, Foggy thinking, Lack of orientation, Mental disorientation, Mental unsteadiness, Muddled thinking, Perplexity, Uncertainty, Unclear thinking, Unfamiliarity, Unsteadiness)
Disorientation is a symptom in which a person has difficulty orienting themselves in time, place, or person. It can manifest as confusion, difficulty concentrating, or difficulty remembering. It may develop suddenly or gradually, depending on the underlying cause. Common causes include medication si...
Disruption of comprehension
(Interruption of understanding, Confusion of understanding, Impairment of understanding, Disruption of understanding, Disorder of understanding, Disturbance of understanding, Derangement of understanding, Difficulty of understanding, Breakdown of unde...)
Disruption of comprehension is a symptom in which a person is unable to understand or interpret information. It is typically characterized by difficulty understanding speech, reading, or writing. It can also manifest as difficulty following instructions or remembering information. This symptom usual...