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Adult daughter has borderline personality disorder, pathological lying
Mental Health | Last Active: Feb 8, 2012 | Replies (5)Comment receiving replies
DBT known as dialectical behavioral therapy does wonders for persons living with BPD. She would first have to accept her illness and be willing to work hard to become more stable. It can be extremely difficult to deal with BPD's but it is not impossible. It sounds like you could use some support as well. You should not be working harder than she and by getting some type of support you will learn techniques to deal with her when she is pushing your buttons.
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What is DBT my daughter has been hospitalized twice with BPD with Psycosis. The depresion is very sever and it is so hard to medicate without starting the yo-yo efect.
oK i just looked up DBT my daughter has BiPolar Disorder that is what I thought BPD was. It seems like there are a lot of overlap in the mental disorders sometimes difficult to tell what is what.
Hi,
It is a form of therapy usually used with folks with BPD. It teaches coping strategies when one feels overwhelmed and has difficulty controlling emotions. However, the psychosis needs to be treated first.
Hang in there as it sounds that she is safe in the hospital. Also, if it's been a while and you are not seeing an improvement speak up and let the doctor know your concerns..
best,
Rox
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i agree with Roxie, it is imparative that you get support and learn techniques to take care of yourself in relationship with her, and do whatever it takes to care for you because sometimes that is all you can do.