Borderline Personality Disorder

​Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by intense emotional instability, a fragile sense of self, and difficulties in maintaining stable relationships. People with BPD often experience rapid mood swings, a deep fear of abandonment, and difficulty managing intense emotions. Relationships may be marked by extremes—idealizing someone one moment and then suddenly feeling anger or disappointment the next. Individuals with BPD may also struggle with impulsive behaviors such as substance use, self-harm, or disordered eating, often as attempts to cope with emotional pain. A persistent sense of emptiness or not knowing who they are can also be present. Stress may trigger episodes of paranoia or feeling detached from oneself (dissociation). While BPD can be distressing and disruptive, it is treatable. With specialized therapies—particularly Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)—people with BPD can learn to regulate emotions, improve relationships, and build a more stable sense of self.

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