Amputation Identity

The desire to be an amputee is one of the most common and well-documented manifestations of Body Integrity Dysphoria. For many, this identity centers on a specific limb or limbs, with a distinct internal "line" where the body should end.

We provide a non-judgmental space to discuss the realities of this identity, from managing the intensity of the dysphoria (The Wave) through simulation (simming) and coping strategies, to discussing the complexities of surgical paths and internal acceptance.