"Exploring Dissociative Identity Disorder: Discussion Questions
on Split"
1. What is Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), and how is it
shown in Kevin’s character in Split?
2. How many personalities does Kevin have, and how do they
differ from each other?
3. What do you think caused Kevin to develop multiple
personalities?
4. What role does Dr. Fletcher play in helping Kevin? What does
she believe about DID?
5. How does the movie explain the idea that Kevin’s different
personalities can change his physical abilities? Is this based
on real science?
6. How does Kevin’s traumatic childhood affect his
personalities?
7. How does Casey's own past help her survive her encounter
with Kevin?
8. What are some ways people with DID are treated by
psychologists or therapists in real life?
9. How does the movie portray mental illness in general? Does it
help or hurt how people think about mental health?
10. What is one thing you learned about DID from the movie
that you didn’t know before?