BORDERLINE PERSONALITY & ADDICTION INTERVENTIONS

A “Borderline Personality and Addiction Interventions” is an orchestrated attempt by one or many people – usually family and friends – to get someone to seek professional help with an addiction, and emotional or mental health crisis.

What is the definition of Borderline Personality? An indeterminate psychological condition commonly featuring aggression, impulsive behavior, emotional instability, suspicion of others, and unexpected mood swings. BPD) is a pattern of abnormal behavior characterized by impulsivity, unstable affect, inconsistent interpersonal relationships, and poor self-image.

• Some individuals also display uncontrollable anger and depression. The pattern is typically present by early adulthood and occurs across a variety of situations and contexts.

Symptoms of BPD:

• Intense fears of abandonment, sensitivity to feelings of rejection, and irritability of vague or uncertain origin.
• People with BPD often engage in idealization and devaluation of others, alternating between high positive regard and great disappointment.
• Self-harm, suicidal behavior, and substance abuse are commonly associated.