ction of a therapist and patient”. Other reasons for doubt is that there are not many early symptoms of Multiple Personality Disorder and “many skeptics believe that patients are actually coached…to exhibit multiple personalities” (11 www.religioustolerance.org). Demon possession is also a popular belief, especially among Catholics and conservative Christians. The reason for this belief is the bible verse which states, “Then He [Jesus] asked him, ’What is your name?’ and he answered saying, ’My name is Legion, for we are many”(Mark 5:9, NKJ). A legion was 600 men in the time of the verse. If it is a demon possession, the church believes the person possessed has been involved in the occult and has been possessed. The standard cure for MPD by demon possession is an exorcism based on the religion of the person “possessed” with MPD.In conclusion, MPD is a real disease that exists in today’s society, based on the description of the disease within in this essay. The fact that there are many documented cases and so much research can give a clue into the depths of the disease. MPD stems from childhood abuse memories. In adulthood, these memories become alter personalities to cope with the abuse. These personalities severely disrupt the person’s life. There are treatment options available and help can be found for people with this mental disorder. ...
