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Dissociative experiences in the general population.

C A Ross1, S Joshi, R Currie

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada.

The American Journal of Psychiatry
|November 1, 1990
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Dissociative experiences are common across diverse adults in Winnipeg and decrease with age. These findings suggest dissociative disorders are likely prevalent in the general population.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Psychiatry
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Dissociative experiences are a spectrum of phenomena, ranging from mild, everyday occurrences to severe symptoms associated with dissociative disorders.
  • Understanding the prevalence and demographic correlates of dissociative experiences is crucial for public health and clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of dissociative experiences in a general adult population sample.
  • To examine demographic and socioeconomic factors associated with dissociative experiences.

Main Methods:

  • A random sample of 1,055 adults in Winnipeg completed the Dissociative Experiences Scale (DES).
  • Data were analyzed to identify differences in DES scores based on gender, income, employment, education, birthplace, religion, and household size.

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Main Results:

  • Dissociative experiences were common in the general population.
  • No significant differences in scale scores were found between men and women.
  • Scores were not influenced by income, employment status, education, place of birth, religious affiliation, or household size.
  • Dissociative experiences significantly declined with increasing age.

Conclusions:

  • Dissociative experiences are widespread in the general adult population.
  • Demographic and socioeconomic factors do not appear to significantly influence the prevalence of these experiences.
  • The findings suggest that dissociative disorders may also be common, highlighting the need for increased awareness and accessible diagnostic and treatment services.