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The movie 'Split' is a psychological thriller that depicts Kevin, a man with dissociative identity disorder (DID) and 23 personalities, highlighting the stigma and dangers of untreated mental health issues. It raises concerns about the portrayal of mental illness as something to be feared rather than understood, and emphasizes the importance of seeking treatment. The film also touches on related conditions such as PTSD, OCD, and depression, illustrating the complex nature of Kevin's struggles.

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The movie 'Split' is a psychological thriller that depicts Kevin, a man with dissociative identity disorder (DID) and 23 personalities, highlighting the stigma and dangers of untreated mental health issues. It raises concerns about the portrayal of mental illness as something to be feared rather than understood, and emphasizes the importance of seeking treatment. The film also touches on related conditions such as PTSD, OCD, and depression, illustrating the complex nature of Kevin's struggles.

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The movie “Split” is a psychological thriller that explores the dangers of mental health issues.
The movie follows the story of Kevin, a man with dissociative identity disorder who has 23
different personalities. Although he seeks help from his therapist, Dr. Fletcher, his mental
health deteriorates as a result of his condition, and he ultimately becomes a danger to
himself and others.

One of the main problematic issues raised by the movie is the stigma surrounding mental
health. Kevin’s condition is often portrayed as something to be feared and avoided, rather
than understood and treated. The movie portrays him as a monster rather than a person
with a disorder, which perpetuates the idea that mental illness is something to be ashamed
of and hidden.

Another problematic issue raised by the movie is the danger posed by untreated mental
health issues. Kevin’s condition goes untreated for years, and as a result, he becomes
increasingly unstable and violent. This highlights the importance of seeking treatment for
mental health issues, and the dangers of leaving them untreated.

- Dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder,


is the main focus of the movie. The protagonist, Kevin, has 23 distinct personalities
living inside him, each with their own traits and behaviors. DID is a controversial
diagnosis in the mental health field, and the accuracy of its portrayal in the movie
has been debated.

- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is hinted at as a possible cause of Kevin’s DID.


It’s revealed that he suffered abuse as a child, which may have triggered his
dissociation.

- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is mentioned in passing as one of Kevin’s


personalities, Dennis, exhibits symptoms of compulsive cleanliness and orderliness.

- Depression and suicidal ideation are briefly mentioned as well, as Kevin’s therapist
mentions that he has a history of self-harm and suicidal thoughts.

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