Learn about Dissociative Identity Disorder Treatment in Turkey — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Dissociative Identity Disorder and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Dissociative Identity Disorder

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder, is not a medical procedure but a complex psychological condition. A neurologist's role is primarily diagnostic, focusing on ruling out neurological conditions that can mimic or contribute to dissociative symptoms, such as complex partial seizures, brain injuries, or tumors. This involves a comprehensive neurological evaluation, which may include a detailed clinical history, neurological examination, and advanced neuroimaging (like MRI or fMRI) and electroencephalogram (EEG) studies. The goal is to differentiate DID from neurological disorders, ensuring an accurate diagnosis and guiding appropriate psychiatric treatment, which is the cornerstone of management for this condition.

Key Highlights

    Helps in accurate differential diagnosis by ruling out neurological mimics of dissociation.Utilizes advanced tools like MRI and EEG for objective brain assessment.Provides a clearer clinical picture to inform a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary treatment plan.Can identify co-occurring neurological issues that may affect treatment.

Who is this surgery for?

  • Presence of dissociative symptoms (e.g., memory gaps, identity alteration) requiring differential diagnosis.
  • To rule out temporal lobe epilepsy or other seizure disorders that can present with dissociative states.
  • Suspicion of an underlying organic brain condition (e.g., tumor, injury) contributing to psychiatric symptoms.
  • When symptoms are atypical or do not respond to initial psychiatric interventions.

How to prepare

  • Compile a detailed personal and medical history, including any past trauma.
  • Bring previous psychiatric evaluations, therapy notes, or medical records.
  • Be prepared to discuss all symptoms openly, including memory lapses and identity shifts.
  • Follow any specific instructions regarding medication prior to tests like an MRI.
  • Arrange for a support person to accompany you, as discussions can be emotionally challenging.

Risks & possible complications

  • Diagnostic neurological tests like MRI carry minimal risk (e.g., claustrophobia, reaction to contrast dye).
  • EEG is non-invasive and generally risk-free.
  • The primary 'risk' is the potential for misdiagnosis if the evaluation is not comprehensive.
  • The process of discussing traumatic history may temporarily increase distress or dissociation.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • There is no procedural recovery, as the evaluation is diagnostic.
  • Recovery focuses on the long-term psychiatric treatment process for DID, which is led by mental health professionals.
  • Post-evaluation, the neurologist will communicate findings to your psychiatric team to integrate into your therapy plan.
  • Engaging consistently in recommended psychotherapy (e.g., trauma-focused therapy) is crucial for management.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: Typically outpatient (0 days)
  • checked Expected recovery time: Not applicable (diagnostic evaluation only)

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering dissociative identity disorder in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for dissociative identity disorder compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 54 – USD 272 Typically outpatient (0 days) ~ Not applicable (diagnostic evaluation only) Know More
Turkey USD 403 – USD 2,013 Typically outpatient (0 days) ~ Not applicable (diagnostic evaluation only) Know More

Top hospitals for Dissociative Identity Disorder in Turkey

These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing dissociative identity disorder.

Liv Hospital Ankara

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Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir

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PATIENT REVIEW

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