Consciousness Demarcation I

Awareness of the existence of a boundary between the "I" and the non-"I" is one of the fundamental aspects of human psychology. This element of self-awareness allows us to distinguish ourselves from the world around us and recognize our individuality. However, in some mental disorders, such as psychosis, this awareness of demarcation can be disrupted, leading to serious mental health consequences.

Consciousness of self demarcation can be considered as a psychological boundary separating our own self from the external world and other individuals. This boundary allows us to recognize that we are individual beings with unique thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It is formed in the process of personality development and socialization, and is an integral part of our self-awareness.

However, in people suffering from psychoses such as schizophrenia or manic depression, demarcation consciousness may be impaired. This can manifest itself in a variety of symptoms, including loss of sense of self, illusion or hallucination, and blurring of the boundaries between reality and fantasy. People suffering from these mental disorders may experience a feeling of loss of control over their own mind and personality.

Scientific research shows that impaired self-demarcation consciousness is associated with dysfunction in various brain regions, including the prefrontal cortex and frontal lobes. These areas of the brain play an important role in developing self-awareness and processing information about the outside world. Disruption of functional connectivity between these regions can lead to a shift in the self/non-self boundary, which in turn can contribute to the emergence of psychotic symptoms.

Treatment of psychoses and restoration of consciousness of the demarcation of the “I” are important tasks in psychiatry and psychotherapy. A comprehensive approach may include pharmacotherapy to manage symptoms, psychosocial interventions to improve functioning, and supporting patients in their recovery process. Also, cognitive behavioral therapy and other forms of psychotherapy can help patients change negative attitudes and restore awareness of the demarcation of the self.

In conclusion, consciousness of the demarcation of the “I” is an important element of self-awareness, allowing us to distinguish ourselves from the world around us. However, in some mental disorders such as psychosis, this awareness of demarcation can be disrupted, leading to serious mental health consequences. Understanding these disorders and developing effective treatments are important areas of research in psychiatry.

In the mid-20th century, an increase in the manifestation of consciousness of the Demarcation of the “I” was noted in patients with various mental disorders, and since the 60s it has become clear that the symptoms characteristic of this consciousness indicate the presence of a “major” mental disorder. The term “consciousness of the Demarcation of the Self” was coined within the framework of analytical psychoanalytic theory to denote the understanding of the presence of a boundary between “here” and “there” in a patient with mental disorders. Understanding this