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What Causes Borderline Personality Disorder?
Question: I am asking this question on behalf of one of my best friend who had undergone a psychiatric test and the report said that she has Borderline personality Disorder. After that she has taken so much tension that whether she is mental etc. So I am writing in to get all details from you with respect to this borderline personality disorder as to what is this how it occurs etc
Brief Answer:
Its a disorder and not a mental disease
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query.
It is better to confirm the findings of the test with a psychiatrist. Please do not make interpretations by yourself. Even if she has borderline personality disorder, it is not a big thing. It is just a disorder of the personality. It is NOT a psychiatric illness that needs medicines.
I am discussing the details about this disorder below:
personality disorders are a product of inborn temperament and subsequent development environment. Whatever circumstances a person faces during growing up may contribute towards it.
It is a common disorder especially in women.
It lasts for a long time if left untreated. With time its symptoms fade away.
The person usually experiences mood swings, marked impulsivity, unstable relationships, suicidal tendencies, feelings of emptiness or boredom most of the time, inappropriate anger.
Behavioral and psychotherapy go on for long time for its management. Sometimes anti-depressants may be prescribed.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
Its a disorder and not a mental disease
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query.
It is better to confirm the findings of the test with a psychiatrist. Please do not make interpretations by yourself. Even if she has borderline personality disorder, it is not a big thing. It is just a disorder of the personality. It is NOT a psychiatric illness that needs medicines.
I am discussing the details about this disorder below:
personality disorders are a product of inborn temperament and subsequent development environment. Whatever circumstances a person faces during growing up may contribute towards it.
It is a common disorder especially in women.
It lasts for a long time if left untreated. With time its symptoms fade away.
The person usually experiences mood swings, marked impulsivity, unstable relationships, suicidal tendencies, feelings of emptiness or boredom most of the time, inappropriate anger.
Behavioral and psychotherapy go on for long time for its management. Sometimes anti-depressants may be prescribed.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
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