"Why are Endogenic Systems Bad?"
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What is an Endogenic System?
An endogenic or non-traumagenic system, often abbreviated as "endo," is a broad term used to describe systems or alters whose origins do not stem from trauma, extreme stress, or disorganized attachment to caregivers. Examples of endogenic systems include willogenic (a system willed into existence), paragenic (a system caused by maladaptive daydreaming), and parogenic (a system created using thoughtforms).The term was coined by Tumblr user not-your-fucking-pet on August 8, 2014.
Why are they harmful?
Endogenic systems originated from an anti-DID movement known as "natural multiplicity." The goal of natural multiplicity was to demedicalize complex dissociative disorders. Many groups associated with this movement, such as the Lancers and the Pavilion, were known for not supporting DID/OSDD diagnoses and for excluding individuals with these diagnoses from their organizations. Consequently, some pro-endogenic organizations, such as Power to the Plurals, claim that people with complex dissociative disorders (DID/OSDD) exhibit "internalized pluralphobia" and accuse them of "blaming their abusers for becoming plural," despite the fact that dissociation and trauma are the underlying causes of alter development.Endogenic systems also spread misinformation about how systems are formed. Systems can only develop as a result of dissociation, which is typically caused by trauma or extreme stress. Endos believe that systems can form due to various factors, even if they are unrelated to trauma. They claim that conditions such as autism, ADHD, OCD, and others can lead to the formation of alters. However, this is not possible unless the individual has experienced extreme stress or trauma. They also believe that people can become systems later in life, which is physically impossible. These misconceptions have negatively impacted public understanding of complex dissociative disorders and related conditions.
Questions & Answers
Q: Why can't alters form without trauma?
A: Early childhood trauma and dissociation are important factors in the development of DID. According to the Theory of Structural Dissociation, a person is born with multiple ego states that manage different aspects of an infant's life, such as eating, sleeping, attachment to caregivers, and playing. Between the ages of 5 and 9, these ego states typically merge into a singular, cohesive identity that continues to develop as the person grows. However, childhood trauma and dissociation can disrupt this integration process, causing the states to develop their own distinct senses of self.Q: What if an endogenic system is just someone who forgot their trauma?
A: They are valid, but they should not be forced to remember their trauma, have a diagnostic label forced on them, or use harmful terminology such as "endogenic."Q: What are reasons someone may support endos?
A: There are some studies on non-traumagenic multiplicity that may influence people's opinions on endogenic systems.
Glossary
Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID): a dissociative disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct identity states that take control of a person's consciousness, thoughts, or behavior.Other Specified Dissociative Disorder type 1 (OSDD-1): a dissociative disorder characterized by the presence of two or more identity states that can take control of an individual's consciousness, thoughts, or behavior. People with OSDD-1 may experience less distinct identity states or different forms of amnesia, such as emotional amnesia or other types of dissociative amnesia.System : A term used to describe individuals with DID or OSDD-1. It may also refer to people who have alters, such as those with P-DID, UDD, and similar conditions.Alter : The identity states seen in complex dissociative disorders.Complex dissociative disorder: A term used to refer to DID, OSDD-1, P-DID, and in some cases, UDD.Multiplicity / Plural: A term for anyone with multiple identity states.