The Essential Family Guide to Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental illness that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. People with BPD often have difficulty regulating their emotions, which can lead to impulsive behavior, self-harm, and relationship problems.

BPD is a serious mental illness, but it is treatable. With the right help, people with BPD can learn to manage their symptoms and live full and happy lives.

The symptoms of BPD can vary from person to person, but some of the most common symptoms include:

The Essential Family Guide to Borderline Personality Disorder: New Tools and Techniques to Stop Walking on Eggshells

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• Fear of abandonment
• Unstable relationships
• Impulsive behavior
• Self-harm
• Suicidal thoughts or behavior
• Mood swings
• Intense anger
• Feeling empty or worthless
• Difficulty controlling emotions

The exact cause of BPD is unknown, but it is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of the risk factors for BPD include:

• Having a family history of BPD
• Experiencing childhood trauma or abuse
• Having a mental illness, such as depression or anxiety
• Using drugs or alcohol

There is no cure for BPD, but there are treatments that can help manage the symptoms. Some of the most common treatments for BPD include:

• Psychotherapy
• Medication
• Self-help groups
• Hospitalization

Supporting a loved one with BPD can be challenging, but it is important to remember that they are not to blame for their illness. Here are some tips for supporting a loved one with BPD:

• Educate yourself about BPD. The more you know about BPD, the better equipped you will be to understand your loved one's behavior and support them.
• Be patient and understanding. BPD can be a very difficult illness to live with, and your loved one may need time to learn how to manage their symptoms.
• Set boundaries. It is important to set boundaries with your loved one to protect your own emotional health. This may mean limiting contact or setting limits on what you are willing to tolerate.
• Encourage your loved one to seek professional help. BPD is a serious mental illness, and it is important for your loved one to get professional help to manage their symptoms.
• Take care of yourself. Supporting a loved one with BPD can be emotionally draining, so it is important to take care of your own emotional health. This may mean setting limits on how much time you spend with your loved one or finding support from other family members or friends.

Borderline personality disorder is a serious mental illness, but it is treatable. With the right help, people with BPD can learn to manage their symptoms and live full and happy lives. If you are supporting a loved one with BPD, it is important to remember that you are not alone. There are many resources available to help you understand BPD and support your loved one.

The Essential Family Guide to Borderline Personality Disorder: New Tools and Techniques to Stop Walking on Eggshells

by Randi Kreger

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1778 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	299 pages

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