Jennifer1084,

Hi there. People with DID have had to overcome tremendous obstacles in life. We are creative people with strong wills and bright minds. Often we are deeply compassionate and caring people, too!We just need some help.

I have dealt with the stigma of having "issues" and depression and of course, DID. Rejection is an all too familiar experience and it never seems to get easier to bear. If I could advise you anything it would be this: BE CAREFUL WHO YOU TELL/TRUST ABOUT DID. Sadly, some people (my husband included) refuse to believe DID exists and they can be hurtful about it.

Like others have said here, if your T believes you can do it, don't let the negative family or voc rehab people stop you.

Sadly, people with DID almost always have very negative family histories - family are often the REASON we become DID - to survive their abuse. So they are not the voices you want to heed about career and life.

I'm sure you have many things to offer to the world. Get your education and continue to research. I bet there is someplace where your abilities and strengths will be valued.

Meanwhile, continue to visit and learn from folks here - they are kind and share from their experiences and may be of great help to you.

HUGS from Leslie and the Pixies