Symptoms associated with personality disorders often manifest during childhood, but there is no consensus related to diagnoses of the paediatric population. Children may exhibit a
Author: BPD Team
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Given the symptoms, it can be challenging for individuals with BPD to maintain healthy relationships, including friendships. However, that does not mean that a person
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Have you ever met someone whose personality seems to change depending on who they are with? This chameleon-like behaviour can be intriguing, especially when we
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Early menopause and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) are two challenging conditions that can significantly impact a person’s life. Early menopause, occurring before the age of
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Living in a close relationship with someone who has borderline personality disorder (BPD) can blur the lines of what constitutes a healthy relationship. Individuals with
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Stress is unavoidable, with daily events often leading to elevated cortisol levels in our bloodstream. Examples of these stressors include being asked to present at
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Before the 1960s, borderline personality disorder (BPD) was not a recognised condition. This lack of recognition meant that individuals displaying symptoms of BPD often faced
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterised by symptoms such as mood instability, heightened impulsivity, and impaired self-awareness. Collectively, these symptoms can
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Compulsive gambling, formally known as pathological gambling, is a psychiatric disorder characterised by a persistent obsession with gambling, even when it leads to serious negative
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This article by Peter Fonagy discusses the link between attachment, mentalization, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Fonagy’s primary focus is on the concept of mentalization,