Psychophysical Disassociation Syndrome

Psychophysical Disassociation Syndrome (PDS) is a mental and physical condition caused in part by the strain of the body interfacing with too much cyberware. Generally, the more complex the piece of technology, or the more powerful the effect on the body (e.g. a massive increase in muscle mass), the more mental and physical strain is put on the body.

Symptoms include:

• Sense of superiority
• Loss of affect
• Feelings of invulnerability
• Obsessive-compulsive tendencies
• Antisocial behavior
• Irritability and aggressiveness
• Lack of remorse

While sharing many symptoms with classic schizoid personality disorder as well as an antisocial personality disorder, it is differentiated in part by the fact that it is brought on specifically by the body's somatic reaction to the implantation of cyberware. Thus, maintaining physical well-being and health goes a long way toward eliminating its effects.

Treatment

Reducing or removing cyberware can cure PDS over the long term. Intensive health and body training can help patients endure its effects. Regular doses of Endoprine manage symptoms but do not cure the condition.

See also: Drugs in Withmore.