Mental Illness Research

Borderline Personality Disorder

Definition of
Borderline personality disorder is a mental health
disorder that impacts the way you think and feel about

borderline yourself and others, causing problems functioning in

everyday life.

personality
disorder
Symptoms
The symptoms for borderline personality disorder can
vary on the person. Some of the symptoms are:

● Distorted self image

● Feelings of Isolation, boredom, and emptiness
● Mood swings, sometimes severe and sudden
● Feelings of anxiety
● Loss of interest in routine activities
● Suicidal thoughts
● Delusion
How does the The illness can affect a person's life a lot. Their mood
swings and change instantly and their thoughts can

illness affect daily take over. A lot of suicidal thoughts can be included.
Anything that happens can affect the way they feel

life? about it. It can also affect if they have a relationship

with someone and family too.
Causes
Borderline personality disorder causes are:

● Environmental and social factors

● Social stress
● Hereditary
● Abnormalities in the brain
● Childhood abuse may also increase the risk of
BPD
● Family history
● Stressful childhood
How is it managed
It can be managed in some different ways which are :

Medication can be one option. The most helpful

or treated?
●
medication are antidepressants to help with
depression, antipsychotics to help with
emotions and behavior, and mood stabilizers.
● Therapy is another option. A psychotherapy and
dialectical behavior therapy can be some
options. Both helping with feelings, emotions,
and behavior.
● Self care another option. Going to support
groups or developing healthy social
relationships.
Video
9 Criteria for Borderline Personality Disorder - YouTube
Resources
Borderline personality disorder: Symptoms, causes, diagnosis
and treatments (msn.com)

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