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A cognitive model of peritraumatic dissociation
1Macquarie University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. lenora@unswalumni.com
Purpose:
Interacting cognitive subsystems (ICS; Barnard & Teasdale, 1991) is presented as a framework for understanding the impact of perceptual problems in peritraumatic dissociation.
Methods:
This paper analyses two peritraumatic dissociation symptoms, attention being drawn to stimuli and the experience of time slowing. ICS is described. Information processes in peritraumatic dissociation are analysed.
Results:
Peritraumatic dissociative symptoms are conceptualized as problems with early processing of sensory information that result from problems of sensory feature binding.
Discussion:
These problems are discussed in relation to experiences of fragmented memories in trauma within the context of ICS. A role for mindful attention in psychological therapy is raised.
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