Controversy Associated With Dissociative Disorders
The
DSM-5-TR is a diagnostic tool. It has evolved over the decades, as have the classifications and criteria within its pages. It is used not just for diagnosis, however, but also for billing, access to services, and legal cases. Not all practitioners are in agreement with the content and structure of the
DSM-5-TR, and dissociative disorders are one such area. These disorders can be difficult to distinguish and diagnose. There is also controversy in the field over the legitimacy of certain dissociative disorders, such as dissociative identity disorder, which was formerly called multiple personality disorder.
In this Assignment, you will examine the controversy surrounding dissociative disorders. You will also explore clinical, ethical, and legal considerations pertinent to working with patients with these disorders.
Resources
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To Prepare
· Review this week’s Learning Resources on dissociative disorders.
· Use the Walden Library to investigate the controversy regarding dissociative disorders. Locate at least three scholarly articles that you can use to support your Assignment.
The Assignment (2–3 pages)
· Explain the controversy that surrounds dissociative disorders.
· Explain your professional beliefs about dissociative disorders, supporting your rationale with at least three scholarly references from the literature.
· Explain strategies for maintaining the therapeutic relationship with a client that may present with a dissociative disorder.
· Finally, explain ethical and legal considerations related to dissociative disorders that you need to bring to your practice and why they are important.
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Rubric
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Criteria |
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Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIn 2–3 pages, address the following:• Explain the controversy that surrounds dissociative disorders. |
15 to >13.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes an accurate and concise explanation of the controversy within the field related to dissociative disorders. 13 to >11.0 ptsGoodThe response includes an accurate explanation of the controversy within the field related to dissociative disorders. 11 to >10.0 ptsFairThe response includes a somewhat vague or inaccurate explanation of the controversy within the field related to dissociative disorders. 10 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of the controversy within the field related to dissociative disorders. Or the response is missing. |
15 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome• Explain your professional beliefs about dissociative disorders, supporting your rationale with at least three scholarly references from the literature. |
25 to >22.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes a thorough and well-organized explanation of the student’s professional beliefs about dissociative disorders. Rationale demonstrates critical thinking and is strongly supported with three scholarly references. 22 to >19.0 ptsGoodThe response includes a well-organized explanation of the student’s professional beliefs about dissociative disorders. Rationale is clear and appropriately supported with three scholarly references. 19 to >17.0 ptsFairThe response includes a somewhat vague explanation of the student’s professional beliefs about dissociative disorders. Rationale is somewhat unclear and references either provide weak support for the rationale or are not scholarly/current. 17 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague explanation of the student’s professional beliefs about dissociative disorders. Rationale is unclear and references are inappropriate. Or the response is missing. |
25 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome• Explain strategies for maintaining the therapeutic relationship with a client that may present with a dissociative disorder. |
30 to >26.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes an accurate and concise explanation of strategies for maintaining the therapeutic relationship with a client that may present with a dissociative disorder. 26 to >23.0 ptsGoodThe response includes an accurate explanation of strategies for maintaining the therapeutic relationship with a client that may present with a dissociative disorder. 23 to >20.0 ptsFairThe response includes a somewhat vague or incomplete explanation of strategies for maintaining the therapeutic relationship with a client that may present with a dissociative disorder. 20 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague or inaccurate explanation of strategies for maintaining the therapeutic relationship with a client that may present with a dissociative disorder. Or the response is missing. |
30 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome• Finally, explain ethical and legal considerations related to dissociative disorders that you need to bring to your practice and why they are important. |
15 to >13.0 ptsExcellentThe response includes an accurate and concise explanation of ethical and legal considerations related to dissociative disorders that are important to clinical practice and why they are important. 13 to >11.0 ptsGoodThe response includes an accurate explanation of ethical and legal considerations related to dissociative disorders that are important to clinical practice and why they are important. 11 to >10.0 ptsFairThe response includes a somewhat vague or incomplete explanation of ethical and legal considerations related to dissociative disorders that are important to clinical practice and why they are important. 10 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes a vague and inaccurate explanation of ethical and legal considerations related to dissociative disorders that are important to clinical practice and why they are important. Or, response is missing. |
15 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization: Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction are provided that delineate all required criteria. |
5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion are provided that delineate all required criteria. 4 to >3.5 ptsGoodParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment are stated, yet they are brief and not descriptive. 3.5 to >3.0 ptsFairParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%–79% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment are vague or off topic. 3 to >0 ptsPoorParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion were provided. |
5 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation |
5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors 4 to >3.5 ptsGoodContains one or two grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors 3.5 to >3.0 ptsFairContains three or four grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors 3 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (five or more) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding |
5 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list. |
5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct APA format with no errors 4 to >3.5 ptsGoodContains one or two APA format errors 3.5 to >3.0 ptsFairContains three or four APA format errors 3 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (five or more) APA format errors |
5 pts |
Total Points: 100
· Boland, R. Verdiun, M. L. & Ruiz, P. (2022).
Kaplan & Sadock’s synopsis of psychiatry (12th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.
· Chapter 11, “Dissociative Disorders”
· Hilt, R. J., & Nussbaum, A. M. (2025).
DSM-5-TR pocket guide for child and adolescent mental health. American Psychiatric Association Publishing.
· Chapter 7, “Reaching a DSM-5-TR Pediatric Diagnosis When You Have 45 Minutes or More” (pp. 130 – 132)
· Osmosis. (2017, November 20).
Dissociative disorders – causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, pathology
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· Mad Medicine. (2019, August 18).
Dissociative disorders (Psychiatry) – USMLE Step 1
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· Grande, T. (2018, October 22).
The dissociative identity disorder controversy (Trauma vs. Iatrogenic)
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