What can be a common outcome of dissociative fugue?

Dissociative fugue is characterized by a sudden, unexpected travel away from home or customary work locations, and an inability to recall one's past (personal history). This often results in the individual adopting a new identity or living in a different environment temporarily. The essence of this condition involves both the travel component and the confusion concerning one’s identity, as the individual typically begins to lead a life that feels distinct from their previous self.

The common outcome of dissociative fugue is indeed related to changes in one's location or lifestyle, which is what makes the option concerning travel to unfamiliar places particularly relevant. While individuals experiencing dissociative fugue might eventually return to their normal identity, this is not guaranteed and can depend on various factors, making it less universally applicable as an outcome.

The option referencing a restriction of memory to traumatic events does not accurately reflect the nature of dissociative fugue, as it specifically involves “fugue” or flight from identity rather than just suppressing memory of traumatic experiences. Additionally, a total loss of sensory perception does not pertain to dissociative fugue, as individuals retain their sensory functions; the primary issue is the perception of self and continuity of memory rather than an absent sensory experience.