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Does being borderline mean im more susceptible to getting worse mental illnesses?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not necessarily: Borderline personality disorder can be confused with -- and sometimes co-occurs with -- other disorders like bipolar, depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and eating disorders. But it doesn't mean you'll definitely develop those disorders. Borderline personality disorder can be treated with long-term psychotherapy including dbt skills for emotional management, centering, etc.

Answered 12/9/2013

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