Dissociative Fugue
Dissociative Fugue
Dissociative fugue is a rare dissociative phenomenon where a person suddenly forgets their identity and unexpectedly wanders away from home or work.
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Dissociative fugue involves suddenly leaving one's everyday life, accompanied by confusion about personal identity or memory loss.
It is extremely rare and can be triggered by severe stress or traumatic situations.
In some cases, a person may form a new identity during the fugue state.
When the fugue ends, the person often has no memory of the period during which it occurred.
After ruling out medical causes, professional psychological treatment with a counselor like Mindy is recommended.
💡 Real-Life Example
An example of dissociative fugue is when someone suddenly finds themselves in an unfamiliar city with no idea who they are.
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