Borderline personality disorder is a type of mental health disorder that impacts the way you feel about yourself and others. It can be debilitating, especially when you feel as if you cannot control those thoughts. Those with this condition tend to face a pattern of instability in relationships, impulsiveness in actions, and unhealthy ways of seeing themselves. Extreme emotions and acting or doing things without thinking about the outcome become common.
If you’re wondering if you have borderline personality disorder, or if you feel you are at risk, reach out for help immediately. Willow Creek Behavioral Health offers comprehensive treatment and care to those who are experiencing intense symptoms. Learn more about our mental health treatment center in Green Bay.
Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder
People with borderline personality disorder struggle to regulate emotions. They often feel periods of intense feelings and emotions, ultimately leading to uncontrollable emotions. This often happens after some type of triggering event. The result of this is changes in the way you see yourself. This often leads to negative behaviors, which lead to changes in the way you live your life and the relationships you maintain.
People with this condition experience different symptoms, but some common mistaken beliefs include:
- Not seeing yourself in a positive manner
- Engaging in self-sabotaging behavior
- Not having confidence in yourself
- Having views that are extreme from others
- Easy ability to change your mind and opinions
- Clinging to others with a strong fear of being abandoned
- Engaging in reckless behaviors without thinking about the consequences
Those with this condition, sometimes just called BPD, have a mental health disorder that is a part of “Cluster B personality disorders.” These are chronic conditions. They create instability and unregulated emotions, leading to impulsive behaviors.
The hardest part of this type of disorder is recognizing its presence. That’s because many people with it do not see themselves or their thoughts as anything outside of what is normal.
What Causes BPD?
It’s not fully understood why some people face this mental health disorder, and others do not. Data from the National Alliance on Mental Illness showcases common causes as:
- Genetic makeup
- Environmental factors, including experiencing traumatic life events related to physical or sexual abuse during childhood or neglect from parents
- Brain function, including emotional regulation system complications
If you suspect you may have this condition or any other mental health disorder, we encourage you to reach out to our treatment team for guidance. A diagnosis will include a review of your symptoms, a formal interview with clinicians, and a review of your medical and mental health evaluations from the past. We’ll talk to you and others, if appropriate, about what you are experiencing.
How Is Borderline Personality Disorder Treated?
Treatment can be highly effective when embraced. However, it is necessary to create an individualized treatment plan designed to address your unique needs, past, and symptoms. Most people will work through numerous therapy sessions and treatment processes. That may include:
Psychotherapy
Talk therapy, including the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and other forms, can be effective for BPD treatment. These treatments focus on understanding the way your thoughts impact the way you act and navigate challenges. You’ll learn about emotional dysregulation in a positive, therapeutic setting where you can feel free to open up with our team.
Medications
Many people will benefit from the use of medications, depending on how severe their symptoms are. There is no single medication that is meant to treat or can completely reduce symptoms based solely on BPD. Most of the time, you’ll use a variety of medications for off-label use to treat symptoms. Your therapist will discuss these types of medications and how they may help you. For example, antidepressants are a common supportive medication for mood swings and dysphoria.
Hospitalization
There are some situations where inpatient mental health treatment becomes critical. During these periods, you will live within our treatment center for a few days to a week or so to reach stabilization. Longer treatment programs may also be available. These services are necessary if:
- You are facing impulsive behaviors that put yourself at risk.
- You are having suicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting others.
- You are facing extreme stress.
- You cannot take care of your basic needs right now.
- You are experiencing intense impulsiveness that is not possible to control.
If you are feeling these things, or your loved one is, contact our team immediately. You do not need an appointment and can walk right in for immediate help.
Let Our Team Help You Get Care Now
Borderline Personality Disorder is a very real, raw mental health condition that can impact every facet of your life. Willow Creek Behavioral Health can provide you with treatment to bring you back into more control. Do not wait to contact us to learn more about our services.
