Body integrity identity disorder
Body Integrity Identity Disorder (BIID), also known as Amputee Identity Disorder, is a psychological condition in which an individual feels a strong desire to amputate a healthy limb or limbs or to be paralyzed. The disorder is often associated with the belief that one's body part does not belong to one's self, thus creating a desire for amputation.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of Body Integrity Identity Disorder is /ˈbɒdi ɪnˈtɛgrɪti aɪˈdɛntɪti dɪsˈɔːdər/.
Etymology
The term "Body Integrity Identity Disorder" was first used in the early 2000s by researchers studying the condition. The term is derived from the English words "body", "integrity", "identity", and "disorder", which describe the key characteristics of the condition.
Symptoms
The main symptom of BIID is a persistent desire to amputate one or more healthy limbs. Some individuals may also express a desire to be paralyzed or to have some other form of disability. This desire often causes significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
Causes
The exact cause of BIID is unknown. However, it is believed to be related to a mismatch between the individual's physical body and their body image in their brain. Some theories suggest that it may be related to a dysfunction in the right parietal lobe of the brain.
Treatment
Treatment for BIID is primarily psychological, focusing on helping the individual manage their feelings and reduce their desire for amputation or disability. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is often used, and some individuals may also benefit from medication.
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