Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A change in identity refers to a significant alteration or transformation in an individual's sense of self, often accompanied by a loss of memory or the adoption of a new personality.
A psychological disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct identities or personality states within an individual, leading to gaps in memory and changes in behavior.
A condition where an individual experiences memory loss for events that occurred before the onset of amnesia. In some cases, this can be associated with a change in identity.
Depersonalization Disorder: A dissociative disorder characterized by periods where individuals feel detached from themselves as if they are observing their own body or mind from outside. It can be related to changes in one's sense of identity.