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1) The movie Split is in no way an accurate example of DID. It's dramatized and changed to fit Hollywood. PleaseI don't make assumptions of DID based on Split.

2) DisasociaDID on YouTube is an incredible source for information and education on DID. They are currently on a possibly permanent hiatus, but you should still check them out.

3) The host doesn't "own" the body. In most cases, there is no sole original person, since they split into alters. The host is the alter that fronts most often, which means they control the body most frequently. This doesn't give them the sole right to exist.

4) The other alters didnt disappear, they integrated, meaning then joined back with a different alter. In some (I'm hesitant to say most) cases, a part of the integrated alter(s)' personality and memory will remain with the alter they integrated into. They didn't disappear, per se. I think it's good, actually. Alter's aren't created by positive influences. They're created as an automtic defence mechanism because the brain doesnt think the mind can cope by itself. The fact that, three alters integrated into another alter means that the traumatic causes of those three alters is no longer a serious threat to the brain. It shows that they're slowly coping/healing ^^

5) Please stop saying things like "I hope so and so is the one who doesn't disappear". It's insensitive. Alters are DIFFERENT PEOPLE. Saying you want one to stay the while the rest can go disappear severely disregards those alter's entire right to being human. It's okay to have an alter that you like the best, but please, don't pick favorites in terms of who should or shouldn't stay. It's like saying "you don't deserve to be seentrue as a person, you don't deservr to exist, because anothr alter is just that much better than you." Sounds awfully messed up, right?

6) This manga doesn't do an amazing job at describing System responsibility. The System is made up of all the alters. Their goal is to keep the body safe. They all have a responsibility to the body. If one alter messes up, it's everyone's mistake. There's too much to eplain in regards to this, so please research it yourself before making unsupported assumptions.

7) Keep in mind that this is a manga representation of DID. It's not completely accurate and some literal elements of DID have been changed to fit the visual requirements and restrictions of a manga. The creator is doing a fabulous job at it, just don't take this manga as the absolute and sole truth of DID.

8) Switches are when a different alter fronts. This is caused by a trigger, which can be positive or negative. A positive trigger can be a certain alter's favorite song, a special object, or something like that. A negative trigger can be something like an event that reminds of a past trauma, fear, or a new trauma. It's important to know that positive triggers aren't necessarily a good thing. Purposely triggering a switch is frowned upon by almost all the members of the DID community. It's rude to the current alter, for one, as it gives the impression that you'd rather talk to a different alter, but it's also physically taxing. Switching isn't a pleasant experience. It often brings migranes and other discomforts, and the alter that fronts won't be aware of any of their surroundings at first. Imagine waking up in a completely different place you dont remember moving to with person who forced you to front. Sounds horrible. Add past trauma and a migrane to that mix and it becomes even worse.

Disclaimer, I'm not an expert in, nor do I have DID. I've merely learned about it from the online DID community and a friend of mine who has it. Take my words with a grain of salt since I could be mistaken. If you have questions, feel free to ask, but I can't garuntee I know the answer. Remember, DissasociaDID on YouTube is an incredible source for learning about DID.