Spiritualism and Dissociation

This article discusses the relationship between spiritualism and dissociation. It reviews the literature on spiritist mediums and sensitives, and finds that they are more likely to experience dissociative symptoms than the general population. The article also discusses the possible reasons for this association, such as childhood trauma and hypnotizability.

Questions

• What is the relationship between spiritualism and dissociation?
• What are the symptoms of dissociation?
• What are the possible reasons for the association between spiritualism and dissociation?

Answers

• Spiritualism is a belief in the existence of spirits and the possibility of communicating with them. Dissociation is a mental state characterized by a disconnection between thoughts, feelings, and memories.
• The symptoms of dissociation can include amnesia, depersonalization, and derealization.
• The possible reasons for the association between spiritualism and dissociation include childhood trauma, hypnotizability, and cultural factors.