Dr. Fabiana Franco recently published an article on Psychology Today titled “Differentiating DID, C-PTSD, and Dissociation,” exploring how these closely related trauma conditions overlap while highlighting the important differences that guide accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
In it, she writes:
“C-PTSD, dissociative identity disorder (DID), and dissociation are closely connected, but distinguishing among them is essential for accurate diagnosis and appropriate care planning. Doing so requires careful attention to patterns involving memory, identity, agency, and relationships over time.”
The article covers:
- How dissociation can occur in C-PTSD, DID, and other mental health conditions
- The key differences between C-PTSD and dissociative identity disorder
- Why identity disruption and memory gaps distinguish DID from other trauma responses
- The importance of specialized trauma assessment for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning