What Is Multiple Personality Disorder?
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
10. What are the Direct Effects of this Disease?
Short-term effects usually appear within the first 2 years of the abuse or traumatic experience. Depending on the nature of the abuse and the age of the victim, multiple consequences can be seen. Unusual social functioning is a common sign, it is usually characterized by poor school performance, running away from home, and even delinquency.
Long-term effects like anxiety and depression are the most common signs reported by victims of abuse. It is not uncommon to develop substance abuse and to have issues with intimacy and trusting people.
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