During episodes of dissociation, the circuitry of the brain will "misfire," particularly a part of the brain called the posteromedial cortex which regulates self-awareness and consciousness.

While a dissociation episode is more common, a dissociative disorder is a rare and chronic (long-term) condition.

These symptoms could include panic attacks, dissociative episodes, feeling disconnected from others, or waves of sadness, all of which can lead to unhealthy self-medication. Hi there! I'm Ashley.

They cause an experience known as dissociation or a dissociative episode, where you feel like you’re living in a dreamlike state. The two differ by the type of experience they refer to.

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Scientists who employ tissue dissociation aim to rapidly isolate high numbers of viable single cells from tissue aggregates and cellular debris with minimal damage to cell surface antigens. Obtaining ...

Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a condition in which an individual has two or more distinct personality states or identities. It was previously known as multiple personality disorder. A ...