Misophonia is a neurological condition where certain sounds trigger intense emotional reactions such as anger or anxiety. Trigger sounds vary from person to person but common triggers include noises made while eating (such as slurping or chewing), repetitive sounds (such as repeatedly…
Regular nightmares are a common problem for people with borderline personality disorder (BPD). While everyone experiences nightmares from time to time, for people with BPD they are often much more frequent, more intense, and can have a lasting impact. While little research…
Breathing exercises are one of the many tools available to people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) to help reduce their symptoms. Indeed, people have been using breathing exercises for thousands of years to help reduce stress and anxiety, aid sleep, and improve…
The HALT skill is a simple system that allows you to check in with your basic needs, which can have a massive impact on your emotional regulation. As emotional regulation can be challenging for people with borderline personality disorder (BPD), HALT can…
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a condition that’s challenging to live with. Some of the common symptoms of BPD include emotional dysregulation, anger management issues, unstable relationships, and a shifting sense of self-image. BPD is a condition that can make every day…
Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) was created by Dr Marsha Linehan specifically to help people with borderline personality disorder (BPD), and it can also be used to treat other mental health issues. DBT is on based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) but also combines…
When dealing with a disorder as complex as borderline personality disorder (BPD), it’s natural to look for as many potential solutions as possible. There are nine core symptoms of BPD, with someone needing to experience at least five of the nine regularly,…
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is one of the most popular and effective forms of therapy used to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD). DBT emphasized building essential skills in four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These are four…
Cold days and long dark nights can make winter a challenging time of year for many people, especially after the holidays have been and gone. The holidays can provide a beacon of joy for those who enjoy them. Of course, not everyone…
A new year is almost upon us and with it comes a fresh chance to look at our lives and think about the areas we’d like to improve. When you live with borderline personality disorder (BPD), those areas can feel glaringly obvious.…
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a powerful tool for managing intense emotions, building emotional resilience, and fostering mindfulness. One of the core mindfulness skills in DBT is Observe. This skill is foundational in cultivating awareness and is the first step toward developing…
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a therapeutic approach developed by psychologist Marsha Linehan to help individuals with intense emotional experiences, especially those living with borderline personality disorder (BPD). BPD is characterized by difficulties in regulating emotions, maintaining stable relationships, managing self-image, and…
While the holidays are typically seen as a time for joy and happiness, they can be a difficult period for many people. This is especially true for people with mental health problems like borderline personality disorder (BPD). As a reminder, the nine…
As more research is being conducted in the field of borderline personality disorder (BPD), it’s becoming clearer that certain supplements can help to reduce the many symptoms of BPD and boost overall mental health. Of course, supplements are intended to do just…
Heading into therapy for the first time can be extremely nerve-wracking. It’s normal to be nervous or anxious when you start therapy, especially if you have no previous experience of such treatment. Many people aren’t sure what to expect, how to prepare,…
One of the common causes of borderline personality disorder (BPD) is childhood trauma. Childhood trauma comes in many forms but the most common source is from the child’s relationship with their parents. Nobody expects a parent to be perfect. Raising a child…
Most of us know at least one toxic person. That person who constantly undermines you, makes you feel worse about yourself and leaves you feeling emotionally exhausted. It can be a family member, a so-called friend, a work colleague, a neighbor, or…
Living with borderline personality disorder (BPD) can feel like a never-ending attack of symptoms on top of symptoms. Not only do you have the symptoms of BPD to contend with, but each symptom often has several symptoms of its own. For example,…
In a previous article, we discussed how hypersexuality can be a symptom of borderline personality disorder (BPD). Hypersexuality is when someone is excessively preoccupied with sexual thoughts, urges, or behaviors that interfere with their life. While it’s true that some people with…
Intrusive thoughts are involuntary, unwanted thoughts, images, or impulses that enter a person’s mind. These unwanted thoughts can be distressing as they may involve irrational fears, violence, self-harm, or other thoughts that could be deemed inappropriate. For example, someone might be walking…
Quotes about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can provide validation to the feelings we experience as sufferers of the disorder. They can also offer us an insight to how other people view BPD and their experiences with Borderline Personality Disorder. That’s why we’ve…
On the surface, the idea of recovering from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) sounds like a dream scenario. Gone are all those nasty symptoms that have been dragging you down and making you feel awful for all those years. What could be scary…
There are many interesting and surprising things about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). From how there are 256 potential combinations of BPD symptoms to how omega-3 helps reduce BPD symptoms, there are always new findings and interesting little statistics about BPD that come…
It’s become increasingly common for celebrities to be willing to discuss their mental health issues during interviews. These mental health issues can come in many forms; depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder are all challenges that many celebrities deal with in their daily…
Dissociation in times of stress is one of the nine symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). However, unlike the more obvious symptoms like rapid mood swings or unstable relationships, not everyone is as familiar with dissociation and the ways it can manifest.…
There are a few different kinds of people who visit us at BPD-Aware.com. The first are people who have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and are looking for tips on how to manage their symptoms and work towards recovery. The second are people…
Systems Training for Emotional Predictability and Problem Solving (STEPPS) was developed in the late 1990s by Dr. Nancee Blum, an expert in the field of psychiatry. The STEPPS program has been shown to be helpful for people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)…
Many people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) struggle with low self-esteem. The symptoms of BPD often cause tumultuous relationships, difficulties staying in education or employment, and a general lack of direction in life, all of which harm self-esteem. However, there is a…
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) consists of four cores: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Each of these cores provides a way to better cope with the symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and how severely those symptoms affect you. Today…
There is a common belief that Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) improves with age. Could it be true that time heals all wounds, even mental ones? Or is this just another myth surrounding BPD? In this article, we’ll look at why BPD might…
BPD Awareness Month takes place each May and provides an opportunity for those with BPD, as well as their loved ones, to shed light on a mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It’s hoped that BPD Awareness…
Memories are fundamental to the way we live as they influence so many aspects of our lives. Our memories inform our identity, guide our behavior, help us retain skills and knowledge, impact our emotional well-being, and more. False or forgotten memories can…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental condition that affects millions of people around the world. Its symptoms include emotional instability, fear of abandonment, and difficulty maintaining healthy relationships, among others. It’s these three symptoms that we will be mainly focusing…
Supporting a partner who has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is challenging, without a doubt. There will be dizzying highs and terrifying lows. There will be moments where you doubt the relationship will make it and other times where you feel like your…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can leave sufferers feeling emotionally overwhelmed, on edge, and exhausted. When you feel this way, it only makes the symptoms of BPD worse. On top of this, many people with BPD struggle to maintain a healthy sleep pattern.…
There are nine core symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), one of which is difficulty controlling anger. The anger that can brew in someone with BPD can perhaps more accurately be described as a rage as it can be much more volatile…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) may not be as prevalent as conditions such as depression and anxiety, however, it is still widespread among the population. How widespread is BPD? That’s what we’re going to look at in this article. There are, of course,…
If you’ve been recently diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or suspect that you might have it, there are a lot of new terms and pieces of knowledge to get to grips with. As you begin your BPD journey, your thoughts might…
One of the questions I often see being asked about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is whether it’s a bad idea for people with BPD to have kids. With BPD being so tough to live with and caring for children being so challenging,…
Due to the nature of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), many people with BPD struggle with employment. The distorted self-identity, mood swings, splits, impulsivity, and executive dysfunction make it massively difficult to hold down any job, let alone plan out a career. A…
While it’s not a core feature of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), it’s incredibly common for people with BPD to suffer from fatigue. It’s one of the most common complaints I hear from my friends who have with BPD. As someone who has…
There are nine core symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and each of these can manifest itself in a variety of ways. While everyone’s experience of BPD is unique and none of the symptoms are pleasant to cope with, certain symptoms can…
Splitting is a common symptom of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). When someone with BPD splits they are seeing things in a very binary, black-or-white way. They may believe someone in their life is a perfect angel one moment and then the worst…
Wise Mind is one of the most crucial concepts in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and is designed to help people achieve a balanced state of mind. For people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), who tend to think in a black-and-white manner, Wise…
There can be a lot of new and confusing terms when you first begin to learn about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). If you’re scrolling /BPD on Reddit or browsing through tumblr, it can be full of terms like pwBPD and FP –…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by nine core symptoms: fear of abandonment, unstable interpersonal relationships, impulsivity, mood swings, a distorted self-image, intense anger, chronic feelings of emptiness, re-occurring thoughts of self-harm or suicide, and bouts of paranoia…
For those who’ve been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), or suspect they have it, it’s natural to want to find out more about the condition. Likewise, those who have people in their lives with BPD will also want to educate themselves…
When you’re living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), your mind can play tricks on you and make you forget a great number of important things. These are things that can help guide you back onto the right path if you’ve lost your…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a challenging condition to live with. Left untreated, BPD can cause severe problems such as the inability to hold down a job, unstable relationships, a lack of self-esteem and self-identity, and poor executive functions. All these issues…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is very challenging to live with. What makes it even tougher is that BPD often co-occurs with other mental health conditions, something that’s referred to as a comorbidity. Comorbidities add an extra level of difficulty to getting a proper diagnosis and the correct…
When you’re in any kind of relationship with someone who has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), there are often many highs and lows to traverse. Even the kindest, most empathetic person can suffer through enough of the lows that they feel like enough…
Living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) isn’t easy at the best of times. Even when things seem to be going well, something can come along and trigger a massive BPD episode. Sometimes it can be a major event that would seriously affect…
I’ve talked in the past about how the PLEASE skill from Dialectical Behavior Therapy was one of the most important techniques in my recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). It made me re-evaluate the relationship between my physical health and mental health. While I…
Hoovering is a manipulation tactic that uses several techniques to suck people back into a toxic relationship. This is relevant to people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) because they can be susceptible to hoovering from people with narcissistic tendencies. It’s also a…
One of the most important findings in the research on Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) in recent years is that people with BPD tend to have a fight-or-flight response that is triggered much more easily than in people without BPD. In this regard,…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) has received an increasing amount of research in recent years and some of the most important studies in the field have looked at the physical and neurochemical differences in the brains of people with BPD compared to the…
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan. It’s for people who have a hard time managing their emotions, especially those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). DBT mixes ways of changing behavior and thinking with mindfulness…
One of the most common symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is impulsivity. People with BPD tend to (but not always) struggle with impulse control. This can lead to making risky decisions and other dangerous tendencies. Impulsiveness manifests in various ways in people with BPD.…
Stories of Hope and Recovery From People With BPD We recently published an article about people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) hitting rock bottom. While it’s important to highlight the significant struggles of living with BPD, it’s just as important to show…
If you have a loved one in your life who has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), one of the best ways to better understand them and how BPD affects their life is simply to ask them questions. Through this kind of clear and…
Therapy is a vital tool for people managing the challenge of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), but what happens when you start to doubt whether your therapist is helping you effectively? Recognizing signs that your therapist might be wrong is crucial…
Living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be full of dizzying highs and terrifying lows each day. Within these lows lies a harrowing terrain known as rock bottom – an abyss where all hope feels lost and the light at the end…
Living alone is often considered to be a milestone of independence and adulthood. While this may be the case for some people, when you have mental health issues like Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), things become more complicated. BPD is a complex mental…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex issue that can cause big swings in mood, a shaky sense of self, fear of abandonment, dissociation, troubled relationships, and many more problems. One such problem, one which isn’t discussed much, is the link between…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is incredibly difficult to live with. The constant emotional instability, the fear of abandonment, the splitting, and all the other symptoms can make life feel like hell. It can be tough living with someone who has BPD too.…
There are a growing number of treatments and medications that exist to treat Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), but one of the most surprising medications is one that anyone can buy is a supplement from their nearest supermarket, health food store, or pharmacy.…
To be diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) you need to suffer from at least five of the nine core symptoms. These symptoms include an unstable sense of image and difficulty regulating emotions. One of the most pervasive of these symptoms is…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex disorder that still requires a lot more research for us to better understand it. One of the most interesting theories posits that BPD may exist on a spectrum. When people first hear spectrum, their mind…
Distress tolerance skills are one of the four modules of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that provide the necessary tools to tolerate situations you can’t immediately change. This means accepting the situation and tolerating the unpleasant emotions. One of these distress tolerance skills…
When you live with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), your life is full of challenges. Some of them are obvious like the core symptoms of BPD, such as fear of abandonment, unstable relationships, and wild mood swings. But BPD doesn’t just affect the…
Being diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most important times in your life. It can clarify experiences and challenges you have faced but it can also mark the beginning of a difficult journey. One of the most delicate…
Setting boundaries with people who have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is not only crucial for their well-being, but vital to the mental and emotional health of those around them. BPD is a mental health disorder characterized by emotional turmoil, fear of abandonment,…
Hypersexuality is a disorder defined by an excessive preoccupation with sexual fantasies, urges, or behaviors that are distressing or disruptive to one’s life. It can lead to significant personal, professional, and social difficulties. While not officially classified as a distinct disorder in…
One of the key skills taught in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is DEARMAN, an acronym that stands for Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, and Negotiate. This skill is designed to help individuals communicate effectively and assertively, improving interpersonal relationships and…
Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) is a type of therapy designed to help people understand and interpret their thoughts and feelings and those of others. It is based on the concept of mentalization, which refers to the ability to understand mental states, such as…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Eating Disorders (ED) are two complex conditions that can devastate someone’s life. Understanding the comorbidity between these disorders involves exploring their definitions, the different types of Eating Disorders, the links between BPD and Eating Disorders, their causes,…
While the precise causes of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) are multifaceted, involving genetic, environmental, and social factors, a growing body of research highlights a significant link between childhood trauma and the development of BPD. This article delves into how childhood trauma can…
In recent years, the role of diet, particularly sugar consumption, in mental health has gained increasing attention. While the sweet taste of sugar can offer a temporary pleasure or energy boost, its impact on mood, especially among those of us with Borderline…
In the tapestry of mental health, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) stands out as a particularly complex and challenging condition. BPD not only affects the lives of those who bear its weight but also ripples out to touch the lives of friends, family,…
The TIPP exercise is a skill from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) designed to help individuals manage extreme emotional distress and regain emotional equilibrium quickly. It stands for Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, and Paired muscle relaxation. For someone with BPD, using TIPP…
During a mental health crisis, individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) often find themselves caught in a whirlwind of overwhelmingly intense emotions or thoughts. In such instances, the capacity to rationalize or employ long-term coping strategies may be significantly impaired. Distraction techniques serve…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by intense emotional instability, fear of abandonment, and difficulty in maintaining stable relationships. While the origins of BPD are multifaceted, involving a combination of genetic, environmental, and social factors, manipulation during…
EUPD stands for Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, which is more commonly known as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) in many countries. It’s a mental health disorder characterized by a pattern of unstable moods, thoughts, self-image, and behavior. These symptoms often lead to impulsive…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder that is in the Cluster B of personality disorders. It’s characterized by a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and emotions, as well as marked impulsivity. The nine major signs of…
One of the critical challenges people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) face is issues with distress tolerance, which is the capacity to withstand emotional discomfort and stressful situations without resorting to maladaptive coping mechanisms. Distress tolerance is a crucial component of emotional…
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) stands as a comprehensive Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), initially developed by Dr. Marsha M. Linehan in the late 1980s. It was designed to aid people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). However, it is also used to treat other…
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) specifically designed to help people who struggle with emotional regulation, such as those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). DBT focuses on teaching patients techniques to cope with distress, regulate emotions,…
Love bombing is a manipulative tactic often used in the context of a romantic relationship, though it can occur in any type of relationship. It involves overwhelming someone with loving words, actions, and behavior as a manipulation technique. Key characteristics of love bombing include excessive attention,…
Social media has become a major part of modern life, offering various ways to connect, share, and express oneself. For individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), social media can be a double-edged sword. There are an overwhelming number of social media sites…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) are part of the Cluster B type of personality disorders. Cluster B is a group of mental health conditions characterized by dramatic, overly emotional, or unpredictable thinking or behavior. They are part of…
Caffeine is the most commonly used drug in the world. Whether it’s the rich aroma of coffee, the delicate taste of tea, or the spark provided by energy drinks – many of us enjoy multiple caffeinated beverages throughout the day. As a…
Among the many symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), one of the most concerning is the desire to self-harm. Not everyone with BPD has these desires but some do and many of those who do act on their self-injurious desires. This article aims…
When you live with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), it’s vital to create a healthy daily routine. A well-balanced daily routine helps to provide some stability and discipline in your life, something which can help a great deal with the up-and-down nature of living with…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by a fear of abandonment, emotional instability, unstable relationships, a distorted self-image, and a variety of other symptoms. It’s a disorder that between 2 and 6% of the population suffer from, many of whom…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Bipolar Disorder (BP) are two complex mental health conditions that often get mistaken for one another due to their overlapping symptoms and similar acronyms. However, while they share certain characteristics, they are distinctly different conditions with their own unique challenges and…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by difficulties in managing emotions, maintaining stable relationships, and a fluctuating self-image. While BPD can be incredibly difficult to live with, it can be managed and treated. Seeking therapy is a brave…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of therapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is based on the premise that our thoughts influence our emotions and behaviors, and by identifying and changing negative thought patterns, individuals…
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by patterns of instability in interpersonal relationships, amongst other symptoms such as rapid shifts in mood and unstable self-image. Many people with BPD note that their symptoms become worse when they’re in a romantic…
Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or “just because”, giving someone a gift is a great way to show that you appreciate them and value your relationship with them. However, it can be challenging to determine the appropriate gifts to buy. Selecting a present for someone with Borderline Personality…
While living with BPD presents a unique set of challenges, it’s essential to recognize that people with this disorder can possess hidden strengths and capabilities that can contribute to personal growth, especially once the decision has been made to undergo treatment. In this article, we…
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