Borderline Personality Disorder Treatments

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a very difficult disorder to live with. Those with this BPD have difficulties managing strong emotions and forming healthy relationships with those closest to them, such as significant others and family. BDP is a relational problem, and at it's core are abandonment issues.

There are many excellent treatments for treating Borderline Personality Disorder, or BPD. The most common treatment modalities include DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and medications. DBT focuses on teaching people how to better manage their thoughts and feelings. It is often done in group settings with a trained professional. CBT works at replacing negative thoughts and behaviors associated with BPD. Medications target the symptoms accompanying BDP, which are often Depression and Anxiety. Medications are rarely, if ever, used exclusively for treating BPD and therapy is more effective for actually teaching people more effective ways of tackling the disorder.

Any combination of these therapies are excellent for treating the disorder effectively. In my experience as a counselor, I have heard from many people who report experiencing relief from BPD after going through a DBT program.

Another way to get support for dealing with BPD is to look for support groups in your area. You can find Borderline Personality Disorder support groups by checking with your therapist or by looking online. Support groups are great in that those people with BPD can form relationships with others who have similar issues and learn to work through them together.

Also, you can call your local NAMI. NAMI stands for the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and is a great resource for people with mental illnesses and their families. It's a great way to get educated about mental illness issues and to find out what supports and services are available in your local area. NAMI's website is http://www.NAMI.org From the site, you can look up your own local branch of NAMI and call them to inquire about what type of help is available for you. Their free information number is 1-800-950-NAMI (6264).

You can also look for Borderline Personality Disorder self help books. There are many good books available which cover the disorder in depth, and provide ways for people to treat BPD. A trip to your library or a quick online search will uncover many excellent choices.

Tom Zondman has an M.A. in Clinical Counseling and has been in the Counseling field for 16 years. He enjoys writing about his work and other hobbies. For more information on Borderline Personality Disorders, check out his website at http://www.borderlinepersonalitydisordersymptoms.com

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