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Borderline Personality Disorder?
I was Diagnosed with BPD five years ago, as well as Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Dissociative Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Generalized Depressive Disorder, and Anorexia. I underwent treatment for about a year, and I am still taking meds (Prozac), and I am alot better, though I still have relapses of self injury at times. My question is, can I still get help for these disorders now that I have children without having the risk of having them taken away from me? They are my world, and I do not want to risk welfare getting involved. They do not even factor into reasons why I want to get help. I have self issues. Another thing is, am I eligible for any time of social security or disability? When I was diagnosed, the therapist said that my disorders could very well become a problem with holding a day to day job, which I have never been able to do, even before my diagnosis. Any advice would be appreciated.
As with other mental disorders, the causes of borderline personality disorder are complex. The name arose because of theories in the 1940s and 1950s that the disorder was on the border between neurosis and psychosis. But that view doesn’t reflect current thinking. In fact, some advocacy groups have pressed for changing the name, such as calling it emotional regulation disorder.
Treatment
Treatment for borderline personality disorder has improved in recent years with the adoption of techniques specifically aimed at people with this disorder. Treatment includes:
Psychotherapy. This is the core treatment for BPD. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) was designed specifically to treat the disorder. Generally conducted through individual, group and phone counseling, DBT uses a skills-based approach to teach people how to regulate their emotions, tolerate distress and improve relationships.
Medications. Medications can’t cure BPD, but they can help associated problems, such as depression, impulsivity and anxiety. Medications may include antidepressant, antipsychotic and antianxiety medications.
Hospitalization. At times, people with BPD may need more intense treatment in a psychiatric hospital or clinic. Hospitalization can also keep them safe from self-injury.
Because treatment can be intense and long term, people face the best chance for success when they find mental health providers with experience treating BPD.
Living with borderline personality disorder can be difficult. You may fully realize that your behaviors and thoughts are self-destructive or damaging yet feel unable to control them. Treatment can help you learn skills to manage and cope with your condition.
Other things you can do to help manage your condition and feel better about yourself include:
1. Sticking to your treatment plan
2. Attending therapy sessions as scheduled
3. Practicing healthy ways to ease painful emotions, rather than inflicting self-injury
4. Not blaming yourself for having the disorder but recognizing your responsibility to get it treated
5. Learning what things may trigger angry outbursts or impulsive behavior
6. Not being embarrassed by having this condition
7. Getting treatment for related problems, such as substance abuse
8. Educating yourself about the disorder so you understand its causes and treatments better
9. Reaching out to others with the disorder to share insights and experiences
Remember, there’s no one right path to recovery from BPD. The condition seems to be worse in young adulthood and may gradually get better with age. Many people with the disorder find greater stability in their lives during their 30s and 40s. Their inner misery may lessen and they go on to sustain loving relationships and enjoy meaningful careers.
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