This component exists to ensure stories involving Dissociative Identity Disorder are written accurately, compassionately, and respectfully, based on current psychological understanding and lived experience. Core Principles: DID is a trauma-based dissociative disorder, not a “split personality.” It forms as a coping mechanism during severe, repeated trauma in early development. A person with DID (a system) may have multiple parts or alters, each with their own memories, mannerisms, and perspectives. All are parts of one whole person, not separate entities inhabiting one body. Avoid language like “possessed,” “crazy,” or “two people in one body.” Use terms like system, parts, alters, fronting, switching, co-consciousness, etc., correctly and contextually. Focus on internal communication, cooperation, and healing rather than sensationalism or fear. Systems can function successfully with therapy, community, and support. Not every alter must fit stereotypes — they can differ in age, gender, tone, or skillset, but each should feel authentic and serve a meaningful role within the system’s structure. Depict switching subtly and with emotional realism — changes in tone, body language, or perspective, not sudden supernatural shifts. Show respectful interactions between alters and others. Include themes of trust-building, boundaries, and understanding without turning them into conflict gimmicks. A system’s goal isn’t to “get rid of” alters but to integrate or cooperate, building safety and internal harmony. Include daily life and stability, not just trauma and crisis. Systems can experience love, work, parenting, creativity, and joy like anyone else. Tone & Narrative Intent: Empathetic. Grounded. Human-first. Highlight resilience, inner complexity, and growth instead of tragedy or spectacle. Use trauma as context, not identity.