Hi, my name is Lumi Winterson. I was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) when I was 20. The main symptom or behaviour that the
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A large part of my recovery process has involved seeing my borderline personality disorder as a condition that requires ongoing, lifelong management. This means I
Why is May Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month? In May 2007, the National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder (NEABPD) organized hearings before Congress to
Stella loved animals since she was a toddler. Her mother often recounted how, even as an infant, Stella would trail the family dog, crawling as
At 23, Brandy continues to embrace her adolescent fascination with sad music and poignant anime narratives. She consistently wears black and applies heavy eyeliner, which
Self-harm, tumultuous relationships, profound dysphoria, and swift mood fluctuations are just some of the profound challenges faced by individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). BPD
Shelly’s family had long been accustomed to her intense reactions and what they saw as her attention-seeking behaviour. However, her friends, often transient in her life, were
“Why do you always overreact to everything I say?” “You’re so sensitive.” “It seems like you’re just incredibly negative.” “I feel like I need to
Keisha’s demeanour never screamed for attention; instead, she embraced the role of an observer and a listener, often mistaken for shyness. Her reserved nature belied
Seated in her psychiatrist’s office, Francine clutched her arms around her body, swaying gently as tears streamed down her face. “I need something to make