Write a short note on dissociative fugue.

Dissociative fugue is a rare and complex dissociative disorder characterized by sudden, unexpected travel or wandering away from one's usual environment, accompanied by amnesia for one's past and identity. During a dissociative fugue episode, individuals may adopt a new identity and may be unable to recall their previous life, including personal information, relationships, and memories. These episodes can last hours, days, or even months, and individuals may engage in purposeful activities during the fugue state, unaware of their true identity.

Dissociative fugue is typically triggered by severe stress, trauma, or overwhelming emotional distress, and it serves as a coping mechanism to escape from intolerable circumstances. After the fugue episode ends, individuals may experience confusion, disorientation, and distress upon realizing the extent of their memory loss and the events that occurred during the fugue state. Treatment for dissociative fugue often involves psychotherapy, particularly approaches that focus on addressing underlying trauma, processing emotions, and reintegrating fragmented identity and memories. Medication may also be prescribed to manage associated symptoms such as anxiety or depression.