Discover why decades of research now challenge the BPD diagnosis — and how new models may offer clearer, less stigmatizing ways forward.

Accepting New Clients! You might feel like things are constantly spinning out, caught between impulsive choices, emotional highs and lows, or habits you can’t seem to break. Whether it’s substance use ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Some people use the term “quiet borderline personality disorder” to describe cases of BPD where a person directs their symptoms inward rather than toward other people. However, it is not an officially ...

Schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder (BPD) have several symptoms in common. For instance, both schizophrenia and BPD can cause symptoms like psychosis, relationship difficulties, and ...

More than 5 million Americans struggle with borderline personality disorder. Untreated, the disorder can take control of one’s actions and behaviors, making it difficult to reach healthy decisions and ...

Medically reviewed by Aleesha Grier, PsyDMedically reviewed by Aleesha Grier, PsyD Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by emotional instability. People ...