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Within Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), the Gatekeeper Alter is a vital part of the overall system of alters that’s responsible for maintaining equilibrium within an individual that’s experienced complex trauma...

Beneath the surface of protective parts lies an undamaged essence—a Self that is confident, curious, and calm, sheltered from harm by various protectors. You could think about supporting someone with...

Autistic shutdowns are complex neurological response to overwhelming stimuli or stress, which can present in varying ways depending on an individual’s particular type of neurodivergence. These episodes lead to a...

Do you ever wonder why you struggle with certain tasks that others seem to find second nature? Do you feel overwhelmed by the small things most people brush aside? If...

Do you ever find yourself stuck in a loop replaying every conversation with your partner and analysing every text message until its original meaning is lost? You’re not alone. This...

Understanding alter systems means recognising multiplicity not as disorder, but as the mind’s most creative response to impossibly traumatic circumstances Within dissociative identity disorder, an alter system represents neurobiologically distinct...

Was the word ‘autism’ never on your radar until recently? If you suspect your lifelong social struggles, intense interests, or sensory quirks could be signs of autism, it’s not the...

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) in men is a condition which is rarely talked about. BPD is characterised by emotional instability and relationship difficulties, which has traditionally been viewed as a...

The fawn trauma response is a survival strategy that stems from experiences of neglect, trauma or insecure attachment styles. It drives the ‘fawn’ to constantly seek approval and adapt to...