apparently normal parts

apparently normal parts are the rational , present-oriented , and grounded parts of the individual that handle daily life or , in the case of dissociative identity disorder and so multiple ANP , aspects of daily life . the jobs of the ANP include social interaction and attachment , taking care of others , work , play , exploration , learning , and taking care of physical needs .

because ANP cannot properly integrate the traumatic materials contained by the EP , they are often highly phobic of and avoidant towards reminders of their trauma or further stress that could activate EP and so activate traumatic or symptomatic intrusions. these avoidant behaviors can involve amnesia , anesthesia ( insensitivity towards or loss of certain sensory input ) , or limiting the ANPs range of emotions or numbing their emotional intensity . these avoidant behaviors can drain mental energy and allow for depression , anxiety , or chronic feelings of hopelessness , shame , guilt , or rage .