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Apr 07, 2009, 09:58 PM
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Member Since: Mar 2009
Location: So Cal
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Hi Faylowell...
Unfortunately, there is no way for any of us on this forum to say whether or not this is a form of DID. We all have our own experiences, some have education in mental health issues, and most of us have had a pretty good history in therapy. However, this is not a place for anyone to diagnose anything. 
You may already know that children, especially toddlers and preschool age children, experience what is called magical thinking, which is pretty much what it sounds like. They have the capacity to believe in and create wonderful worlds where they can play, and survive if they need to and it is not uncommon for children in general to make up imaginary friends or environments and use them for entertainment and yes, safety. 
This may or may not be some sort of dissociation. The fact that you state you have been able to "give it up" and live without this fantasy realm, even though you are struggling can be a telling sign. It could be that you are just a very creative person who developed a fantasy realm that worked well for you and that you used that as a coping mechanism, and that now you don't allow yourself to use it, you are lacking other coping skills to take it's place.
DID and dissociation are also coping skills....but ultimately if you would like this question answered, I think the best thing would be to speak with a therapist about it. Don't be afraid to share with them what you have shared here. It does NOT mean you are crazy. It means you are creative. 
Just know that what you have described does not sound over the top, or ridiculous to me.
Good luck.  Don't hesitate to ask more questions, keep us posted, and hang out!!
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