DBT Skills For BPD

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…

Beating Seasonal Depression When You Have BPD

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…

New Year’s Resolutions For People With BPD

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.…

DBT Skills: Observe

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…

DBT Skills: GIVE

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…

Why the Holidays Can Be Difficult for People with BPD

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…

The Best Supplements To Take When You Have BPD

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…

What To Expect Going Into Therapy When You Have BPD

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,…

How A Narcissistic Parent Leads To Children With BPD

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…

How To Defend Yourself Against Toxic People

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…

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