Understanding and treating dissociative identity disorder: Question/answer on dissociative identity disorder + testimonials

by Sarah Hand

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), also known as Multiple Personality Disorder, is one of the most mysterious and fascinating mental disorders of our time. People with IDD present several distinct identities or personalities that alternate with one another and can take control of the individual's behavior. This phenomenon has been widely debated and controversial by mental health professionals, the media and the general public, raising many questions and queries. This book is designed to answer these questions by providing an in-depth understanding of IDD and its manifestations. We will examine the symptoms, possible causes and different therapeutic approaches to help people with IDD manage their condition. We will also explore the controversies surrounding IDD, including criticisms of its existence.

40 pages, Paperback

Published December 19, 2023

About the author

Sarah Hand is a papier mâche artist, illustrator, and art teacher. A puppet show she created in her late 20s inspired her to pursue the art of papier mâche in earnest. This messy, fun medium was an undiscovered well of inspiration for Sarah. Creating creatures and puppets led to teaching the magic of papier mâche to children and adults alike.

She has taught at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, Studio Two Three, art retreats, and online. Her dolls have been featured in Somerset Studio magazine, and she has had many solo art exhibits of her art. In 2015, Sarah was commissioned to make seven large papier mâche portraits for the newly opened Quirk Hotel, a boutique hotel in Richmond, Virginia. Her most popular portrait is Cat Baby, the background subject of many Instagram selfies!

When she’s not elbows deep in paste and paper, you can find Sarah painting, drawing, and dreaming up stories and images for picture books.

Sarah lives and creates in Richmond, Virginia with her husband and three-legged cat, Roger.

You can find more of her work at: sarah-hand.com