Despite growing recognition of the significance of family issues in persons diagnosed as having dissociative identity disorder (formerly multiple personality disorder) (DID/MPD), the impact on the child living with a parent with DID/MPD has received little attention. In addition to describing reasons why therapists may hesitate to address the needs of children in the therapy of a parent with DID/MPD and suggesting therapeutic interventions, the article summarizes the literature supporting assessment of the children, and relates clinical observations on the potential impact of DID/MPD on children. The article notes the increasing recognition of child and adult dissociative disorders, the clearly established intergenerational nature of DID/MPD, and the risk for psychological disorders among children of DID/MPD clients, The article's goal is to encourage awareness of possible stressors in these children's lives and to promote assessment and early intervention. References