Dissociative identity disorder and schizophrenia:
A) Are two entirely different disorders.
B) Are synonyms.
C) Are very similar; the schizophrenic has two personalities, while the person with dissociative identity disorder has three or more.
D) Are similar in that both involve a split between cognition and emotion.

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Dissociative identity disorder (previously known as multiple personality disorder) is a dissociative disorder, while schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder. Although both disorders can involve changes in perception, thought processes, and expression of emotion, they have different symptoms and causes. Dissociative identity disorder is characterized by the presence of multiple distinct personalities, while schizophrenia is characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking.

Dissociative Identity Disorder and Schizophrenia