Question 1

can you tell me symptoms of borderline personality disorder?

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Borderline PD: To the person who has it, the world is very frightening. People cannot be trusted; abandonment feels imminent.  There are huge swings of emotion in relationships -- extreme idealization or extreme devaluation ; rage. When the important other disappoints, borderline pd can't remember there was ever anything good about him/her; abandonment depression results.There's intense self-loathing ; pain.

Question 2

what are the typical symptoms of borderline personality disorder?

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Borderline PD: Is characterized by unstable relationships.  This often leads to other problems such as anxiety, depression and self harming behaviors.

Question 3

how can i relieve the symptoms of borderline personality disorder?

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Effective Treatment: To relieve the symptoms of borderline personality disorder, and generally with all personality disorders, effective treatment which includes various forms of psychotherapy and medication management is best. Treatment is usually long term but can be helpful.  Treatment of any other psychiatric conditions such depression or anxiety is extremely important. Prognosis varies upon severity.

Question 4

what meds can help with symptoms of borderline personality disorder?

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Several: Although the primary treatment for bpd is psychotherapy, many kinds of meds can ease symptoms.  Antidepressants (esp ssris) are often used for depression & anxiety.  Buspar, (buspirone) beta-blockers, antihistamines, & benzodiazepines can help anxiety.  Neuroleptics can calm severe agitation.  Mood stabilizers can decrease mood swings. The trick is not to overdo meds & create side effects (ie, more problems).

Question 5

what symptoms does someone with borderline personality disorder have?

Accepted Answer

Marked instability: Borderline personality disorder is typically diagnosed in late teens or early adulthood.  It is characterized  by a longstanding pattern of intense but unstable black-and-white relationships with others, along with poor self image; reckless and dangerous impulsivity such as drug abuse and risky sexual behaviors, and persistent problems with mood, including self-distructive behaviors.

Question 6

how can you treat certain symptoms of borderline personality disorder?

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DBT: Dbt, or dialetic behavioral therapy, formulated and developed by marsha linehan, pH.D. Is currently though of as being very effective. Just about the biggest goal of this kind of therapy for this kind of disorder is to maintain boundaries.

Question 7

please explain what are the symptoms of borderline personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Borderline PD: Personality disorder (pd) = an enduring, pervasive, and inflexible pattern of inner experience ; behavior deviating from the individual's culture; begins in teens or early adulthood; ; leads to distress or impairment."borderline" pd is a pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, ; affects (emotions), plus marked impulsivity. Has frantic attempts to avoid abandonment too.

Question 8

what do you advise if i show symptoms of borderline personality disorder?

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Congratulations...: If you have a personality disorder and want help coping with it, congratulations! most people with personality disorders do not even realize that there is something wrong with them. Contact a therapist and start talking about the symptoms which bother you and they can help you develop some coping mechanisms!

Question 9

i show symptoms of borderline personality disorder. how to know for sure?

Accepted Answer

Hunger for certainty: Makes sense but may not be satisfied. There is often a history of unpredictability and minimal, if any, security and, in response, a child fails to develop the ability to maintain a stable attitude or connection to just about anything - people, work, even interests. Talk w/ a good psychotherapist to correct the lack of trust. It takes time - like growing up - but doing it better this time.

Question 10

how can i tell if my symptoms are signs of borderline personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

Borderline: I would suggest that you begin with a consultation with a psychiatrist, and then go from there.  Help is available!

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