Nonetheless , distinguishing between organic and dissociative memory loss has been described as an essential first - step in effective treatments .
Because psychogenic amnesia is defined by its lack of physical damage to the brain , treatment by physical methods is difficult .
Distinguishing between organic and dissociative memory loss has been described as an essential first - step in effective treatments .
Because psychogenic amnesia is defined by its lack of physical damage to the brain , treatment by physical methods is difficult .