«Chimera principle»: qualitative analysis of psychophysiological isomorphism of persons with identity integration disorder

Abstract

In the article, using the example of the «identity integration disorder», the author’s conceptual framework, the application of the theory of psychophysiological isomorphism that originated in the framework of classical gestaltpsychology to the modern realities of the development of psychiatric science is considered. Te formation of the concept of «integration of identity» in the scientifc and historical aspect is traced. With the help of pathopsychological and neurophysiological methods of research, the hypothesis of uniting the four main «circles» of mental pathology in the composition of the psychic education under consideration is substantiated.

Keywords

• isomorphism
• mental diathesis
• identity integration disorder
• icarus syndrome