... this leaving takes the form of separation from the self or depersonalization." (McClendon, 1999, p. 1) Causes (Nature vs. Nurture) With all mood and personality disorder the question is raised, what are the possible causes? This question will often start a debate as to "nature vs. nurture." Within the tow categories of nature and nurture are subcategories including: Biochemical imbalances, neurological factors, genetics, as well as, environmental factors: dysfunctional families ... may be inherited: learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder (hyperactivity), epilepsy, head trauma...

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