Borderline personality disorder

Personality disorder - borderline

Self-destructive behavior can be changed in social and therapeutic environments such as group therapy. Peer reinforcement of appropriate behavior may be more successful than one-on-one counseling because difficulties with authority figures often prevent learning in such situations. Group therapy can also be helpful in modifying specific impulsive behaviors.

Medications can help to level mood swings and to treat depression or other disorders which may accompany this condition.

Borderline personality disorder has a poor outlook because noncompliance with treatment is common.

• Drug abuse
• Suicide attempts
• Eating disorders
• Depression

Call your health care provider if you or your child is has symptoms suggestive of borderline personality disorder.

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