Question

The precipitating factor for a dissociative episode is usually a(an) _____ episode of hallucinogen use. injury with loss of consciousness. sudden deficiency in serotonin. unbearable stress.

Answer 1

Answer – Unbearable Stress

The precipitating factor for a dissociative episode is usually an unbearable stress. While heavy use of alcohol, history of head trauma, epilepsy, and major depressive disorder (MDD) have all been associated with dissociative fugue, its onset is usually associated with a stressful life event.