Susan was unable to explain or remember her frequent escapades, strange clothing, or phone calls from people she claimed she did not know. While in a therapy session, Susan's demeanor changed and she became Jan, who stated that Susan was a bore and did not know anything. Susan's psychologist thinks that Susan may be suffering from
A)schizophrenia.
B)a dissociative fugue.
C)a dissociative identity disorder.
D)a bipolar disorder.

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Susan's experience of having another identity (Jan) who has a distinct personality and memories suggests she may be suffering from Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), previously known as multiple personality disorder. This condition is characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities within a single individual, along with the inability to recall personal information beyond what is expected through normal forgetfulness.

Susan Was Unable to Explain or Remember Her Frequent Escapades