Identity Related

MUDs that in some way related to identities and/or identity issues. Orginised in alphabetical order. Press Ctrl+f to search.

Capability Incongruence Disorder (CID)

A disorder characterized by dysphoria which is caused by an incongruence between one's internal identity and their perceived identity due to feeling as though they should possess a mental and or physical disability. Currently the only known treatment for this disorder is identity affirming care such as medical or social transition.

Symptoms May Include, Anxiety, Self Harm, Confusion, Depression, Self Isolation, Depersonalization, Difficulty Concentrating, Emotional Dysregulation, Compulsive Thoughts and or Behaviors, and More

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Link:https://archive.is/rgf8s

Chronic Personality Misalignment Disorder (CPMD)

A medically unrecognized disorder characterized by the presence of multiple alter egos. These personalities are not alters but are similar to being an IRL where you believe you are that person, it is different from IRLS in the sense that these personalities are not based on fiction. This can be due to another unrelated disorder or symptom.

Symptoms of CPMD may include:

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Link:https://archive.ph/v47A0

Chrono-Identity Disorder (CID)

This disorder is characterized by a distorted sense of time and identity. Individuals with this disorder may have difficulty distinguishing between past and present experiences, and may feel as though they are living in multiple time periods simultaneously. They may also have difficulty forming a coherent sense of self and may feel as though their identity is constantly shifting and changing over time. The disorder may be triggered by traumatic experiences or may develop gradually over time, and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and dissociative experiences. Treatment may involve therapy to help individuals develop a stronger sense of self and cope with the effects of the disorder on their daily lives.

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Link:https://archive.ph/Y9255

Disintegrated Fragmented Identity-Flux Disorder (DFIFD)

Disintegrated Fragmented Identity-Flux Disorder (DFIFD) is a coined disorder characterized by profound challenges in the formation and maintenance of a cohesive and stable sense of self. Individuals with DFIFD experience disruptions in their identity, leading to a fragmented self-concept that can manifest in various ways.

Criteria: To be diagnosed with Disintegrated Fragmented Identity-Flux Disorder (DFIFD), an individual must meet the following criteria:

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Ephemeral Identity Syndrome (EIS)

EIS involves a shifting and unstable sense of self, with individuals adopting different identities or personas at various times.

Unlike DID or other forms of plurality, individuals with EIS have shifts that are unpredictable, with inconsistent triggers, no continuity between shifts to similar states, and less distinctive alters. However, one can both be plural/have DID and have EIS. One can also consider themselves plural due to EIS.

Coiner:A.I

Link:https://rentry.co/6faqg#disintegrated-fragmented-identity-flux-disorder-dfifd

Fantasy Identity Disorder (FID)

A complex psychological condition that manifests as a profound and persistent disconnection between an individual's sense of self and their surrounding reality. Unlike traditional dissociative disorders, FID specifically revolves around the formation and intense attachment to a vivid, elaborate fantasy identity that becomes inseparable from the person's perception of themselves.

People affected by FID often exhibit a deep-rooted desire to live in a world of their own creation, where they assume a distinct alter ego or adopt a fantastical persona. This alternate identity is meticulously constructed, complete with a unique backstory, characteristics, and even supernatural abilities or traits. It serves as a refuge from the complexities and challenges of the real world, allowing individuals to find solace, purpose, and a sense of control within their imaginative realm.

The symptoms of FID can vary in intensity and may include persistent daydreaming, a preoccupation with the fantasy identity, difficulty differentiating between fantasy and reality, and a tendency to withdraw from social interactions. Individuals with FID may spend substantial amounts of time immersed in their fantasy world, engaging in elaborate rituals or role-playing activities that reinforce their chosen identity.

Fantasy Identity Disorder can have a profound impact on various aspects of a person's life. Relationships may be strained, as the individual struggles to balance their real-world obligations with the demands of their fantasy existence. Occupational functioning may be impaired, as the desire to live within the realm of their alter ego conflicts with the requirements of professional life. Additionally, individuals with FID may experience distress and a sense of loss when confronted with the limitations of their real-world circumstances, leading to emotional instability and a yearning to escape into their fantasy world.

Possible causes of FID include:

  1. Childhood trauma or adverse experiences: Early childhood trauma, such as abuse, neglect, or significant disruptions in attachment, can sometimes lead individuals to develop FID as a coping mechanism. Creating a vivid fantasy identity may serve as a means of escape or as a way to regain a sense of control and agency in a world that feels unsafe or unpredictable.
  2. Personality traits and predispositions: Certain personality traits, such as a strong inclination towards imaginative thinking, a high need for escapism, or a tendency towards dissociation, may make individuals more susceptible to developing FID. These traits could contribute to a heightened desire for an alternate reality in which they can freely explore their fantasies.
  3. Social isolation or unfulfilled aspirations: Feelings of social isolation, a lack of belonging, or unfulfilled aspirations in the real world might prompt individuals to seek solace in their fantasies. FID could provide a way to compensate for the perceived deficiencies or unmet desires, offering a sense of purpose and fulfillment that may be lacking in their actual lives.
  4. Media influence and immersion: Exposure to immersive media such as books, movies, video games, or online communities centered around fantasy worlds can play a role in the development of FID. Intense engagement with these fictional realms can blur the line between reality and fantasy, leading individuals to adopt and embody elements of the characters or worlds they admire.
  5. Neurological or cognitive factors: There may be underlying neurological or cognitive processes that contribute to the development of FID. These could involve alterations in self-perception, imagination, or the integration of sensory information, although further research is needed to fully understand these potential connections.

The diagnostic criteria for Fantasy Identity Disorder are as follows:

  1. Persistent preoccupation with a fantasy identity: The individual displays a pervasive and enduring preoccupation with a self-created fantasy identity, often exhibiting an intense attachment to this alternate persona. The fantasy identity is consistently present in their thoughts, desires, and actions.
  2. Impaired differentiation between fantasy and reality: The individual struggles to differentiate between the fantasy identity and their actual identity, frequently blurring the boundaries between the two. This may result in difficulty distinguishing real-world experiences from events and circumstances within their imaginative realm.
  3. Distress or impairment in functioning: The preoccupation with the fantasy identity causes significant distress or impairment in various aspects of the individual's life, including relationships, occupational functioning, or overall well-being. The person's engagement with the fantasy world interferes with their ability to fulfill real-world responsibilities and engage in daily activities.
  4. Escape or avoidance behavior: The individual utilizes the fantasy identity as a means of escape or avoidance from real-world challenges, stressors, or emotional pain. They may actively seek opportunities to engage in fantasy-related activities, rituals, or role-playing to withdraw from or minimize their involvement in reality.
  5. Significant duration: The symptoms of FID persist over a substantial period, typically for six months or more. The individual's engagement with the fantasy identity is not transient or temporary but remains a consistent and prominent aspect of their psychological landscape.

FID may be considered a form of disordered plurality, though this should be assessed by the specific individual(s) with the disorder.

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Link:https://archive.ph/D7e3g

Gender Hoarding Disorder (G-HD)

G-HD is a medically unrecognized disorder for those who hoard genders, to the point of it becoming disordered.

Symptoms may include:

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Link:https://archive.ph/BA0z4

Identification Stability Disorder (ISD)

A disorder in which one feels an incongruence between their body and the way they feel it should be. This may include feeling as though you should have a have a different body, have less or more limbs, have a disability, be a different person, be a different species, be a different age, be a different race and or have a different skin color, etc. These incongruences can cause slight, mild, and or severe distress. There is currently no cure or treatment for this disorder.

Symptoms may include:

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Link:https://archive.is/mxFkL

Identity Collection-Compartmentalization Disorder (ICCD)

A MUD for someone who hoards labels (whether it be gender, transID, or otherwise), and collects those labels. they then compartmentalize them into fragments of identity (fragentities) that have no influence besides providing passive influence on the afflicted's identity. this leads to identity confusion, and a fluid, ever changing identity as one keeps coming across labels that they compartmentalize into fragentities that shift and change their presence on the afflicted.

Note: fragentities can coincide with alters, it is also possible for individual alters to have seperate fragentities.

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Link:https://archive.is/ikRz5

Identity Echo-Blend Disorder (IEBD)

IEBD involves experiencing echoes of other people's identities within oneself, leading to a blending or merging of characteristics from various individuals.

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Link:https://rentry.co/6faqg#identity-echo-blend-disorder-iebd

Identity Explosion/Implosion Disorder (IE/ID, IEID)

A MUD characterized by excessively hoarding identities until their identity "explodes/implodes" and they go back to a smaller collection of identities. often co-morbid w/ IID

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Link:https://archive.ph/WFMiD

Identity Fragmentation Disorder (IFD)

A dissociative disorder in which one experiences a profound fragmentation of their identity. This fragmentation occurs as a result of traumatic experiences, leading the brain to cope by creating a disconnect between the current self and the self present during the traumatic experiences as well as a disconnect between ones past memories and previous sense of self. These disconnects are called splits. This is not the same as DID/OSDD; alters are not present in this disorder.

Required Symptoms:

Other Symptoms May Include:

Memory Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Emotional Dysregulation, Emotional Numbness, Trouble Concentrating, and More

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Link:https://archive.li/fg0ok

Immersive Identity Daydream Disorder (IIDD)

Criteria:

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Link:https://rentry.co/6faqg#immersive-identity-daydream-disorder-iidd

Inexplicable Identification Disorder (IID)

A MUD that's characterized by having an unexplainable connection identities/terms you don't actually identify with/arent actually.

Coiner:@transfictional on tumblr

Link:https://archive.ph/WFMiD

Label Hoarding Disorder (L-HD)

L-HD is a medically unrecognized disorder for those who hoard labels, to the point of it becoming disordered.

Symptoms may include:

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Link:https://archive.ph/BA0z4

Name Hoarding Disorder (N-HD)

N-HD is a medically unrecognized disorder for those who hoard names, to the point of it becoming disordered.

Symptoms may include:

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Link:https://archive.ph/BA0z4

Neopronoun Hoarding Disorder (NP-HD)

NP-HD is a medically unrecognized disorder for those who hoard neopronouns, to the point of it becoming disordered.

Symptoms may include:

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Link:https://archive.ph/BA0z4

Persona Mirror Disorder (PMD)

Persona mirror disorder (PMD) is a MUD where one mimics the personality and/or mannerisms of a friend, family member, idol, or fictional character (referred to as the mimicked). This may cause distress on any level for the mimicker.

Symptoms:

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Link:https://archive.ph/adwpx

Pessimistic Multiplex Identity Disorder (PMID)

A MUD where one has a life-long pattern of seeing themselves and others in ways that cause problems and affect family life, social life, work and school performance, and overall quality of life

the symptoms of PMID include, but are not limited to:

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Link:https://archive.li/GDZBY

Possessive Identity Disorder (PID)

A MUD were you are extremely possessive over your identity, feeling like you own your identity and others shouldn't have it. Can be the whole identity or just parts of it. Identity can refer to anything you consider your identity including names, pronouns, genders, transids, kintypes, etc.

Symptoms:

Note: This MUD is not an excuse to be openly hostile to those that share your ids.

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Link:https://ghostarchive.org/archive/7A7Mc

Psychogenic Disorder Seeking (PDS)

Criteria:

Note: Do not use PDS as a way to fakeclaim people. PDS should be used for self-identification only.

Coiner:A.I

Link:https://rentry.co/6faqg#psychogenic-disorder-seeking-pds