Hi There,
Sounds like something that I have been going through. I thought it was a new person because I am DID but my T said I regress to a time when there weren't as many bad things. I acted, felt and did things that same way as I was at that age.

I think it would be good to see someone who works with trauma and have someone who has a better idea of what it really might be and help you understand it better.

I am also glad you have supportive friends who help you out!

Blackbelt

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blue_roses said:
i'm confused...HELP

i don't think i have a disociative disorder, but...

i do have a distinct, separate identity "little me" who exists along with me; however i don't think "little me" is able to assume control over my behavior or thoughts.

she's like my "inner child" ...but she's a little more...

i've always felt a part of me was younger than i am. i've always relied on stuffed toys for comfort, etc. i've often talked and acted in voice/manner of someone younger than i. i suck my thumb.

last year, i found a couple (my best friends) who accept my different way of behaving. they've taken on a Mommy/Daddy role with "little me." before this couple, i did not socialize at all.

i know she and i are the same person, but - at the same time - she is VERY different from me! she trusts completely. she's not unhappy or depressed like i am.

it is also easier for her to communicate verbally. i tend to rely on her to communicate verbally with this couple. as an adult, i write to communicate.

there is never a time when i - my adult self - am not present. even when i'm thinking and talking and living as "little me." so i wouldn't think i have DID.

but what is it or why do i rely on a little version of me to communicate? to be social? to love? to trust? is there a name for this??

because of issues relating to my depression and self injury i was considering going back into therapy. but i'm not sure how to approach this aspect of myself. my friends said they would find a therapist who understands and go with me if i needed. i'm just a little confused!

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