Concerns and Issues in Treating Children of Parents Diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder.

Boat, Barbara W.; Peterson, Gary

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ERIC Number: EJ564923

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Publication Date: 1997

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Concerns and Issues in Treating Children of Parents Diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder.

Boat, Barbara W.; Peterson, Gary

Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, v6 n3 p1-14 1997

Describes reasons why therapists may hesitate to address the needs of children when treating parents with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) (formerly Multiple Personality Disorder). Summarizes the literature supporting assessment of these children, relates clinical observations on the potential impact of DID on children, and suggests therapeutic interventions. (RJM)

Descriptors: Adolescents, At Risk Persons, Children, Counselor Role, Early Intervention, Family Counseling, Mental Disorders, Parent Child Relationship, Prevention, Psychological Evaluation

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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