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identity diffusion
identity diffusion Identity diffusion is a disturbance in identity development marked by a poorly integrated sense of oneself and of other people, with weak boundaries between self and others.
Identity diffusion is a disturbance in identity development marked by a poorly integrated sense of oneself and of other people, with weak boundaries between self and others. It is linked to difficulties in personality functioning such as intimacy, empathy, and self-direction, and is considered an important feature in borderline personality disorder.