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by theriverissinging
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2 days ago
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating taglist. To see the current list, go to Personality Disorders Support Community Taglist [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?94a32be95048a6df06c721790c5ddca1]. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words “Please add me.” To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words, “Please remove me.” Taglist to be used for check-ins, discussions, events and announcements. Taglist as of Nov 2024 @Adeline12345 @AlfAndthemachine @alleywood13 @Alwaysinpyjamas @ambitiousVase1322 @amicableDime9946 @AndreaDawn @arbanon @ARC80 @AspenCade @AutumnLauren6 @autumnthemoth @Avocado22 @azuladragon34 @b4Damion @BaggageClaim @berrymimi @bestcase @Blue123456618 @blueAngel00 @caringPerspective41 @CheerySandi @ChristmasGift @courageousPond1835 @crang17 @crimsonPlane2738 @cyanPlatypus6370 @dagaz13th @DamagedOne13 @daydreammemories @dberryy @diamondintheROUGH2022 @DIDisaythat @DoggoMom @ebonyyyblondie89 @EddaLayla @emerijourney @EmmaSwan18 @EmotionalNerd @Everythingisbetterinyourpyjamas @fearlessOcean2254 @fearlessSouth4632 @fireyseastar97 @FloweringBunny @forcefulFriend4768 @FreakFactor7 @generousEyes493 @Glue @Goldcherry2113 @GRAPSPRO2033 @GreenScarab @Hadeel96 @HashiramaNinja @Healing0Pillow @healingHeart1111 @heartycitrus @HopeandFaith @Hyacinth22 @IdolPigment @ImaginativePenny152 @imclover @indigoCup1959 @intelligentWheel627 @Irishrose78 @itsmeow @Jasminerice @Jish07541 @JoniGirl @Jupiterbeingahuman @JusticiaPrimalDorogo @JustSophia @K87 @kindTurtle3738 @LabeledBPD @LadyNikita @LavenderFlower @learningtolovemyself @Lemino @LightsFromDark @Lilac4Roses @LiliTwolsky @limeRaspberries2286 @lovelyWords13 @LoveTracker @maple23 @MeeshyRB @MelG919 @missg @Mkmultra @munchiegoosie @nervoussmiles @NightshadeVenom @Nubia87 @OneErased @optimisticMagic0014 @OrangePeel24 @Oxymoron6demon @passionateJackfruit5095 @Piggy @placidShade4261 @Pointlesswords @Psalm139 @QueenBee03 @QueenSerenity5 @QuietMagic @racqueldawn @raininglillies13 @raspberryWatermelon7195 @rationalGrapefruitq @Red789 @RelaxedPanda @RemorseCode2 @Rex0911 @RoadLessTraveled @runaway101 @SadBlueEyes @selfdisciplinedBunny232 @ShyCat1678201 @SilverSeastar @Sleepwalkermw @spectacularCandy9984 @Stardew3 @Starilus @StrangeKat @sunflower2480 @Tamy4210 @Tatianaalize @tohealthemoon @toucans @Triscups @Twigo7 @uniqueRose1689 @versatilePomegranate60 @WalkingCrow @witchyyrose @Xe @xmoonsie16x0 @YourCaringConfidant
Personality Disorders Support Community Navigation
by theriverissinging
Last post
October 28th
...See more work in progress Hello, welcome! In this thread, we shall introduce and promote all activities which happen for our community, we will also share all the scheduled sessions and events under this thread. Resources * DBTuesday Masterpost [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/DBTuesdayMasterpost_274756/] * Thoughtful Thursday Masterpost [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/ThoughtfulThursday_2294/ThoughtfulThursdayMasterpost_277323/] * BPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/BorderlinePersonalityDisorder_326/ResourcesforBPD_268269/] * NPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/NarcissisticPersonalityDisorder_1067/ResourcesforNPD_268270/] * HPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/HistrionicPersonalityDisorder_1985/ResourcesforHPD_268271/] * DPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DependentPersonalityDisorder_1984/ResourcesforDPD_268272/] * SPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/SchizoidPersonalityDisorder_1988/ResourcesforSPD_268273/] * ASPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/AntisocialPersonalityDisorder_1983/ResourcesforASPD_268274/] * OCPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/ObsessiveCompulsivePersonalityDisorder_1986/ResourcesforOCPD_268275/] * PPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/ParanoidPersonalityDisorder_1987/ResourcesforPPD_268276/] * AVPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/AvoidantPersonalityDisorder_1068/ResourcesforAVPD_268277/] * STPD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/SchizotypalPersonalityDisorder_1989/ResourcesforSTPD_268278/] Community Leaders [https://www.7cups.com/home/personalitydisorders/#leaders] Community Taglist [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/ResourcesInformationonPersonalityDisorders_459/PersonalityDisordersSupportCommunityTaglist_284167/] – to be used for check-ins, discussions, events and announcements.
DBTuesday Masterpost
by QuietMagic
Last post
August 6th
...See more This thread lists all of the DBTuesday posts in chronological order. Click on anything in blue [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/] you are interested in exploring! Note: These are self-help and community resources collected and organized from reliable sources and not to be treated as actual conventional therapy. Module 1: Mindfulness Introduction to DBT [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/IntroductiontoDBT_261066/] Discussion #1: Overview [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion1Overview_261606/] Discussion #2: Observing [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion2Observing_262160/] Discussion #3: Mental Body Scan [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion3MentalBodyScan_262641/] Discussion #4: Describing [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion4Describing_263272/] Discussion #5: Mental Noting [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion5MentalNoting_263782/] Discussion #6: Mindful Breathing [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion6MindfulBreathing_264412/1/] Discussion #7: Wise Mind [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion7WiseMind_265026/] Discussion #8: Negative Judgments [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module1MindfulnessDiscussion8NegativeJudgments_265576/] Module 2: Distress Tolerance Discussion #1: Overview [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion1Overview_266174/] Discussion #2: ACCEPTS [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion2ACCEPTS_266709/] Discussion #3: TIPP [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion3TIPP_267221/] Discussion #4: Self-Soothing [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion4SelfSoothing_267848/] Discussion #5: IMPROVE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion5IMPROVE_268517/] Discussion #6: Pros/Cons [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion6ProsCons_269066/] Discussion #7: Problem Solving [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion7ProblemSolving_269674/] Discussion #8: Radical Acceptance [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module2DistressToleranceDiscussion8RadicalAcceptance_270305/] Module 3: Emotion Regulation Discussion #1: Overview [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion1Overview_270784/] Discussion #2: Understanding Emotions [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion2UnderstandingEmotions_271427/] Discussion #3: ABC PLEASE - Accumulate Positive Experiences ("A") [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion3ABCPLEASEAccumulatePositiveExperiencesA_272013/] Discussion #4: ABC PLEASE - Build Mastery ("B") [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion4ABCPLEASEBuildMasteryB_272642/] Discussion #5: ABC PLEASE - Cope Ahead ("C") [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion5ABCPLEASECopeAheadC_273256/] Discussion #6: ABC PLEASE - Physical Health ("PLEASE") [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion6ABCPLEASEPhysicalHealthPLEASE_273750/] Discussion #7: Opposite Action [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion7OppositeAction_274300/] Discussion #8: Letting Go [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion8LettingGo_274673/] Discussion #9: Self-Validation [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion9SelfValidation_275219/] Discussion #10: Cognitive Vulnerability [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module3EmotionRegulationDiscussion10CognitiveVulnerability_275705/] Module 4. Interpersonal Effectiveness Discussion #1: Overview [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion1Overview_276173/] Discussion #2: Interpersonal Rights [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion2InterpersonalRights_276705/] Discussion #3: Communication Styles [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion3CommunicationStyles_277154/] Discussion #4: DEAR MAN [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion4DEARMAN_277327/] Discussion #5: GIVE [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion5GIVE_277330/] Discussion #6: FAST [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion6FAST_277331] Discussion #7: THINK [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion7THINK_277332] Discussion #8: Boundaries [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion8Boundaries_277333/] Discussion #9: Validation [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion9Validation_277334/] Discussion #10: Trust [https://www.7cups.com/forum/BorderlinePersonalityDisorderSupportCommunity_81/DBTuesday_2147/Module4InterpersonalEffectivenessDiscussion10Trust_277335/]
involuntary age regression
by kaydormae99
Last post
18 hours ago
...See more anyone deal with involuntary age regression? I dont even mean to or notice when I regress...I cant control it..
Personality Disorders Community Check-in: November 14th–November 20th
by QuietMagic
Last post
19 hours ago
...See more Hello, PD Support Community! Image source [https://img.freepik.com/premium-photo/bunch-flowers-that-are-garden_1306318-4469.jpg] 💚 How has your week been? 🧡 What is something that you're looking forward to? If you prefer not to answer these questions, feel free to say hello, ask for a hug, or share anything else that's on your mind. 💛 If you would like to be added or removed from the taglist, click here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/personalitydisorders/Resources_2667/PersonalityDisordersSupportCommunityTaglist_284167/] Taglist: @Adeline12345 @AlfAndthemachine @alleywood13 @Alwaysinpyjamas @ambitiousVase1322 @amicableDime9946 @AndreaDawn @arbanon @ARC80 @AutumnLauren6 @autumnthemoth @Avocado22 @azuladragon34 @b4Damion @BaggageClaim @berrymimi @bestcase @Blue123456618 @blueAngel00 @caringPerspective41 @CheerySandi @ChristmasGift @courageousPond1835 @crang17 @crimsonPlane2738 @cyanPlatypus6370 @dagaz13th @DamagedOne13 @daydreammemories @dberryy @diamondintheROUGH2022 @DIDisaythat @DoggoMom @ebonyyyblondie89 @EddaLayla @emerijourney @EmmaSwan18 @EmotionalNerd @Everythingisbetterinyourpyjamas @fearlessOcean2254 @fearlessSouth4632 @fireyseastar97 @FloweringBunny @forcefulFriend4768 @FreakFactor7 @generousEyes493 @Glue @Goldcherry2113 @GRAPSPRO2033 @GreenScarab @Hadeel96 @HashiramaNinja @Healing0Pillow @healingHeart1111 @heartycitrus @HopeandFaith @Hyacinth22 @IdolPigment @ImaginativePenny152 @imclover @indigoCup1959 @intelligentWheel627 @Irishrose78 @itsmeow @Jasminerice @Jish07541 @JoniGirl @Jupiterbeingahuman @JusticiaPrimalDorogo @JustSophia @K87 @kindTurtle3738 @LabeledBPD @LadyNikita @LavenderFlower @learningtolovemyself @Lemino @LightsFromDark @Lilac4Roses @LiliTwolsky @limeRaspberries2286 @lovelyWords13 @LoveTracker @maple23 @MeeshyRB @MelG919 @missg @Mkmultra @munchiegoosie @nervoussmiles @NightshadeVenom @Nubia87 @OneErased @optimisticMagic0014 @OrangePeel24 @Oxymoron6demon @passionateJackfruit5095 @Piggy @placidShade4261 @Pointlesswords @Psalm139 @QueenBee03 @QueenSerenity5 @QuietMagic @racqueldawn @raininglillies13 @raspberryWatermelon7195 @rationalGrapefruitq @Red789 @RelaxedPanda @RemorseCode2 @Rex0911 @RoadLessTraveled @runaway101 @SadBlueEyes @selfdisciplinedBunny232 @ShyCat1678201 @SilverSeastar @Sleepwalkermw @spectacularCandy9984 @Stardew3 @Starilus @StrangeKat @sunflower2480 @Tamy4210 @Tatianaalize @tohealthemoon @toucans @Triscups @Twigo7 @uniqueRose1689 @versatilePomegranate60 @WalkingCrow @witchyyrose @Xe
Do you have go-to routines you do when you are starting to spiral?
by VioletteB82
Last post
1 day ago
...See more Give me ideas! My therapist literally gave me so many and I wrote down a long list of coping statements BUT please tell me why I completely forget all of this when I'm in the middle of or about to spiral somehow. It's so annoying. I also live with other people so leaving these lists posted up anywhere is not an option. I know its a matter of habit. (sigh) sincerely, Frustrated bpd
Diagnosed BPD
by LaRee2005
Last post
1 day ago
...See more I was recently diagnosed with BPD- I have had systems and I was diagnosed with severe PTSD due to sexual abuse and a crazy adoptive mother. when my sister and son both passed in 2023 and then I got laid off I guess the other symptoms started to surface. I had a therapist say this to me a few years back but I was just trying to focus on the PTSD. There is not a medication for this diagnosis and I understand why, it is really just about who and what you yourself will let people do or say without just walking away. I have always wanted to win the fight now I just think about the cruelty of this person who is treating me this way. I will read and do my homework but I say just let people say whatever it’s not your thought and really do I care ??
Jus saw diagnosis and am unhappy about it
by fearlessComputer9396
Last post
1 day ago
...See more Was looking for scratch paper and found list of diagnosis, and saw personality disorder, and am not comfortable with it 
Module 1. Mindfulness: (Discussion #1) Overview
by QuietMagic
Last post
1 day ago
...See more DBTuesday is a series of posts where we will explore skills and concepts from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). See this post [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/DBTuesday_2147/IntroductiontoDBT_261066/] for general info about DBT. The next several posts will focus on mindfulness, which is the first module of DBT skills training. What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is gently noticing what is happening. 😊 There are two parts to this: * 1) Awareness ("noticing what is happening"): deciding to focus on what is happening in one's experience here and now * 2) Acceptance ("gently"): doing this in a non-judgmental, nurturing way with the attitude that it is okay to think or feel whatever happens to be there (you're allowed to be whatever you are 💜) Two types of mindfulness There are lots of different mindfulness practices. For example, HERE [https://www.7cups.com/exercises/mindfulness/] is a 7 Cups page with dozens of mindfulness audio exercises. Here are a couple general categories for classifying mindfulness practices: * 1) Opening the mind: watching whatever happens to be in one's awareness and allowing things to come and go freely * 2) Focusing the mind: trying to keep one's attention on a specific thing (e.g. breathing) "What" and "How" Skills The way mindfulness is presented in DBT is in terms of "What" skills and "How" skills. 1) “What” skills * Observe: Notice whatever is there * Describe: Identify what is there (e.g. with words) * Participate: Allow yourself to become absorbed and immersed in just sensitively, patiently watching what is there 2) “How” skills * Non-judgmental: You are allowed to think or feel what you do * One-mindful: Try to repeatedly bring yourself back to noticing what is here if you get distracted * Effective: Do all of this in whatever way feels like it works best for you in actual practice and helps you the most 😊 Trauma-sensitive mindfulness Psychologists and mindfulness teachers have become aware of the fact that mindfulness can have negative effects on some trauma survivors. If you have a history of trauma, here are some ways to make mindfulness safe: * Notice if you are really struggling while practicing mindfulness * If this happens, try to find a neutral sensation to focus on and use as an anchor * You are allowed to trust yourself and do whatever feels necessary or best for you Things that are neutral for one person might be triggering for someone else, so it’s okay to pick what works for you. 💜 Here are a few examples of possible neutral sensations: * Sensation in nostrils or abdomen while breathing * Feeling at a certain part of the body (e.g. feet, buttocks, back, hands) * Other senses (e.g. sight, smell, sound) * Touching something soft like a blanket * Feeling of feet on ground while walking Regarding trusting yourself, here is a beautiful passage I want to quote in full from an article [https://www.mindfulleader.org/blog/26483-what-s-trauma-sensitive-mindfulness]: Nobody chooses to experience trauma. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a devastating accident, or an act of interpersonal violence, trauma often leaves people feeling violated and a lack of a sense of control. Because of this, it’s vital that survivors feel a sense of choice and autonomy in their mindfulness practice. We want them to know that in every moment of practice, they are in control. Nothing will be forced upon them. They can move at a pace that works for them, and they can always opt out of any practice. By emphasizing self-responsiveness, we help put power back in the hands of survivors. The body is central to this process. Trauma survivors need to know they won’t be asked to override signals from their body but listen to them. Questions for Reflection 1) How might mindfulness possibly be helpful? 2) How might mindfulness possibly be difficult? Sources: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/theory-knowledge/201502/what-is-mindfulness-and-how-does-it-work https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/topic/mindfulness/definition https://dbt.tools/mindfulness/index.php https://www.mindfulleader.org/blog/26483-what-s-trauma-sensitive-mindfulness [https://www.mindfulleader.org/blog/26483-what-s-trauma-sensitive-mindfulness] @Adeline12345 @AlfAndthemachine @Alwaysinpyjamas @ambitiousVase1322 @amicableDime9946 @arbanon @AutumnLauren6 @autumnthemoth @Avocado22 @azuladragon34 @berrymimi @bestcase @caringPerspective41 @ChristmasGift @cyanPlatypus6370 @dagaz13th @DamagedOne13 @dberryy @DoggoMom @ebonyyyblondie89 @emerijourney @Everythingisbetterinyourpyjamas @fireyseastar97 @FloweringBunny @Goldcherry2113 @GrahZeymahzin @GRAPSPRO2033 @Hadeel96 @heartycitrus @Hyacinth22 @ImaginativePenny152 @indigoCup1959 @intelligentWheel627 @Irishrose78 @itsmeow @Jish07541 @JoniGirl @K87 @kindTurtle3738 @LadyNikita @LavenderFlower @Lemino @LightsFromDark @LiliTwolsky @limeRaspberries2286 @lovelyWords13 @LoveTracker @MeeshyRB @MelG919 @missg @Mkmultra @munchiegoosie @nervoussmiles @Nubia87 @OneErased @optimisticMagic0014 @OrangePeel24 @Oxymoron6demon @passionateJackfruit5095 @Piggy @placidShade4261 @Pointlesswords @QueenBee03 @QuietMagic @racqueldawn @raininglillies13 @Red789 @RelaxedPanda @RemorseCode2 @Rex0911 @selfdisciplinedBunny232 @ShyCat1678201 @spectacularCandy9984 @Stardew3 @Starilus @StrangeKat @sunflower2480 @Tamy4210 @toucans @Triscups @uniqueRose1689 @versatilePomegranate60 @WalkingCrow @Xe @YourCaringConfidant
Introduction to DBT
by QuietMagic
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1 day ago
...See more DBTuesday Based on feedback from our recent forum activities survey [https://www.7cups.com/forum/PersonalityDisordersSupport_81/PersonalityDisorderSupportCommunityTeamEvents_432/PersonalityDisordersForumActivitiesSurvey_259056/], we are restarting DBTuesday. This will be a series of posts where we will explore skills and concepts from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). This is not a substitute for professional therapy, but there is some research showing that standalone DBT skills training can be helpful for a variety of mental health issues [https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/dialectical-behavior-therapy-skills-training-effective-intervention], including disordered eating, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and BPD. Benefits of DBT DBT is an empirically supported therapy that is often used in treating BPD, eating disorders, substance use disorders, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. These are a few examples of experiences that DBT can help with: * Intense emotions or mood swings * Volatile relationships * Feelings of hopelessness or emptiness * Use of risky outlets for managing stress Origins of DBT Marsha Linehan developed DBT in the 1980s while working with clients experiencing suicidal thoughts, many of whom had BPD. The most respected treatment for many mental health conditions is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT emphasizes identifying and changing problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. However, Linehan noticed that many clients with BPD grew up in deeply invalidating environments. As a result, the change emphasis of CBT sometimes felt to them like a repetition of all of the invalidating messages they received while growing up: "There is something wrong with you". DBT tries to resolve this by putting a greater emphasis on acceptance and mindfulness. The reason it is called "dialectical" is because it tries to bring together two opposite things: acceptance and change. Before a person is able to make certain changes that are helpful, they might need to feel as though they have been understood, validated, and accepted as they currently are. The Four Modules of DBT DBT skills are organized into four modules. 1) Mindfulness: learning to experience the present moment with non-judgmental awareness 2) Distress tolerance: learning constructive ways of coping with difficult situations and feelings outside one's control 3) Emotion regulation: learning to understand emotions and to find ways of changing one's emotional reactions to be less negative and more positive 4) Interpersonal effectiveness: learning skills for creating healthy relationships where it’s possible to have one’s needs met and manage conflicts Questions for Reflection 1) Describe a situation where someone tried to change you but it ended up feeling invalidating. Did it make you more or less likely to change in the way that they wanted? 2) Of the four DBT modules (mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness), which one feels like it appeals to you the most and why? Sources: https://psychcentral.com/lib/an-overview-of-dialectical-behavior-therapy/ [https://psychcentral.com/lib/an-overview-of-dialectical-behavior-therapy/] https://eddinscounseling.com/bringing-acceptance-and-change-together-dbt-therapy/ [https://eddinscounseling.com/bringing-acceptance-and-change-together-dbt-therapy/] @Adeline12345 @AlfAndthemachine @Alwaysinpyjamas @ambitiousVase1322 @amicableDime9946 @arbanon @AutumnLauren6 @autumnthemoth @Avocado22 @azuladragon34 @berrymimi @bestcase @caringPerspective41 @ChristmasGift @cyanPlatypus6370 @dagaz13th @DamagedOne13 @dberryy @DoggoMom @ebonyyyblondie89 @emerijourney @Everythingisbetterinyourpyjamas @fireyseastar97 @FloweringBunny @Goldcherry2113 @GrahZeymahzin @GRAPSPRO2033 @Hadeel96 @heartycitrus @Hyacinth22 @ImaginativePenny152 @indigoCup1959 @intelligentWheel627 @Irishrose78 @itsmeow @Jish07541 @JoniGirl @K87 @kindTurtle3738 @LadyNikita @LavenderFlower @Lemino @LightsFromDark @LiliTwolsky @limeRaspberries2286 @lovelyWords13 @LoveTracker @MeeshyRB @MelG919 @missg @Mkmultra @munchiegoosie @nervoussmiles @Nubia87 @OneErased @optimisticMagic0014 @OrangePeel24 @Oxymoron6demon @passionateJackfruit5095 @Piggy @placidShade4261 @Pointlesswords @QueenBee03 @QuietMagic @racqueldawn @raininglillies13 @Red789 @RelaxedPanda @RemorseCode2 @Rex0911 @selfdisciplinedBunny232 @ShyCat1678201 @spectacularCandy9984 @Stardew3 @Starilus @StrangeKat @sunflower2480 @Tamy4210 @toucans @Triscups @uniqueRose1689 @versatilePomegranate60 @WalkingCrow @Xe @YourCaringConfidant [https://eddinscounseling.com/bringing-acceptance-and-change-together-dbt-therapy/]
OCPD vs Autism
by InsightfulPhoenix
Last post
1 day ago
...See more I just wanted to keep providing more insight to different disorders, and this time I wanted to share some imagery of the differences/overlaps between Autism and OCPD.  OCPD is not spoken about as much as it should be, and very many get the common term "OCD" mixed up with "OCPD" which in the last post, if you can not find the link here it is ( https://www.7cups.com/forum/personalitydisorders/General_2436/OCDVSOCPD_340637/ ) in this forum post I went over the differences of OCD vs OCPD. I hope learning the differences/overlap of Autism vs OCPD helps <3 
OCD VS OCPD
by InsightfulPhoenix
Last post
1 day ago
...See more A bit ago there was a session called, Understanding OCPD. It was very alarming to see so many not know of OCPD ( Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder) I have decided to change this and show a bit of imagery that helps! 
Undiagnosed BPD
by modestCat1325
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1 day ago
...See more I am 16 years old and have been experiencing all the symptoms of bpd for about a year now. I match every single symptom and I have a narcissistic abusive mom and siblings with diagnosed bpd but I cannot get diagnosed until i’m 18 or let my parents know I want to get a diagnosis. Almost every day I experience intense mood swings in seconds, minutes or hours. Recently i’ve been experiencing hallucinations for about a month now as well as dissociation, paranoia and suicidal thoughts. I’ve had them a few months ago but it was never this bad and I actually feel like i’m going insane. I don’t know who to talk to about this because I don’t want my parents to find out and i’m broke.
Self-Sabotage
by KaiStruggle24
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...See more Does anyone struggle with self-sabotage? When my emotions are really intense and I struggle to regulate them, I shut down, become very depressed, and do nothing to get out of it. I wallow and get angry for struggling. I beat myself up constantly and I grow deeper and deeper into the depression. How do I stop?
OCD VS Autism and BPD ft bipolar disorder
by InsightfulPhoenix
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...See more Before we did Autism vs OCPD differences/overlaps which is located here https://www.7cups.com/forum/personalitydisorders/General_2436/OCPDvsAutism_340746/ ( in case you can not find it), and we also did another OCD vs OCPD which is located here https://www.7cups.com/forum/personalitydisorders/General_2436/OCDVSOCPD_340637/ ( in case you could not find it.)  I wanted to take more time and break things down a little further and share imagery of the differences of OCD/Autism and BPD featuring bipolar disorder. It is always important to know the differences, and the overlaps which is why it is more than okay to take notes and provide them to a professional, but not self-diagnose. Here are the images:  This one above is the differences between OCD vs Bipolar disorder and known ways to assist with each of these disorders.  This one above is the circle diagram of the differences of not only OCD vs Autism, but Autism vs BPD and BPD vs Autism. It is always important to notice the differences and the overlaps, because sometimes the overlaps can make it hard to diagnose. Which is why taking notes is always okay, and taking them to a professional however self-diagnosis is not because there are too many overlaps.  What are ways a Personality Disorder is formed? The way a Personality Disorder is formed is three things Biological circumstances, Social &Environmental circumstances (these two are combined) and Psychological circumstances!  I hope that narrowing things down, and deepening the understanding is helpful <3 

Welcome to the Personality Disorders Support Community. Click on the "Resources" tab below to find a list of forum subsections for each personality disorder. Sign up for updates using the TaglistTo find upcoming events: Use the Community Calendar (Ctrl+F  "Personality disorders"). 

Community Guidelines

Hello Personality Disorders Subcommunity.


Our priority is making this a safe space for those who have personality disorders. 

Please help us create and maintain a supportive and safe environment, by following these guidelines:
Note: Underlined texts are clickable links.

Guidelines on Family and Relationship Issues.

  • Please use the Family and Caregivers Subcommunity for family issues as they are able to provide you with more fitting support.

  • Please use the Relationship Support Subcommunity for relationship issues as they are able to provide you with more fitting support.

  • If there is a thread with a generalization or stereotype in it about those with Personality Disorders, it will be:
    1) Edited in lieu with the following guidelines.
    2) Deleted if they cannot be edited.

  • Threads where support is required for family or relationship issues with a PD will be moved to Trauma Support, Family and Caregivers or Relationship support subcommunity where it best fits.
  • Supportive or neutral threads like “How do I support my partner with PD” can remain in their respective forum sections.

  • Discussing personal issues like “My partner has NPD and it’s really difficult to cope with their diagnosis”, communication issues, stigma and other such issues are allowed in their respective forum sections.

 

Please be mindful of how your words may affect people with personality disorders. Avoid using language or labels in a way that is stigmatizing, stereotyping, invalidating, or generalizing. Explained in depth below:


General guidelines to be inclusive:

  • Use people-first language, such as “person with personality disorder” or “individual with personality disorder” 

  • Be ethically responsible and mindful of how your post impacts people with personality disorders.

  • Do not label individuals and don’t use labels in a derogatory way or with a prerogative meaning.

  • Avoid phrases and language that excludes people with personality disorders or place them into an outgroup. Example: “These people with Personality Disorders” or “They who have Personality Disorders”. Please instead use “Those with Personality Disorders” or simply “People with Personality Disorders”


Guidelines to follow when explaining a personality disorder:

People often borrow from psychological texts to explain what they perceive to be a personality disorder. 


Reminder: 

A psychologist or psychiatrist is a trained professional and their activity of segregating types, symptoms, severity of disorders, etc. is conducted from a diagnostic perspective. 


Issue 1.

We are not trained individuals. While we may try to offer helpful information, those descriptions can be disparaging to people with personality disorders.


Issue 2.

Oftentimes when such distinctions are explained by people who do not have lived experience with personality disorders, these distinctions portray people with personality disorders in a negative light.


❌Please do not:

  • Promote labelling individuals, especially based on perceived differences; it is not helpful and only an individual can label themselves. 

  • Cater content towards those who are not people with personality disorders, with an intent to defame, malign or slander people with personality disorders.

  • Promote stereotypical images of what individuals with personality disorders are like. 

  • Promote unhealthy standards of behavior for people with personality disorders.

  • Invalidate the lived experiences of people with personality disorders. 

  • Promote stigmas and prejudices associated with personality disorders. 


✅You can however:

  • Critically represent data or engage in supportive discussions on psychological texts which are from credible sources and catered towards the benefit of people with personality disorders.

  • Raise issues in a supportive way, promote self care, share coping mechanisms, start a conversation or share personal experiences.


Hence when threads conflict with the personal wellbeing or interests or an individual with personality disorders, these posts/threads will be corrected or deleted, under the following guidelines.


  1. Unsupportive content including targeting or attacking other users in the community is not allowed. Disagreements may happen, but always maintain a respectful tone and try to move the conversation forward in an on-topic and constructive way. Sometimes this means agreeing to disagree. Click here for expanded guideline post

  2. In order to maintain a therapeutic space, we delete forum posts that take away from a supportive forum environment. If a forum post is not helpful, nor positive, then it will be deleted. Click here for expanded guideline post 


Guidelines to follow when explaining symptoms of personality disorders:


The line between what is a descriptive symptom and what is stereotypical can be very thin. Hence we are sharing some rules of thumb to explain how you can stray away from generalizations and stay supportive. 


❌Please do not:

  • Describe someone from perceived actions or behavior. 

  • Assume or assert the personal motivations of an individual.

  • Use emotive descriptive words which attribute malicious intent to the experience of a person with personality disorders.


✅You can however: 

  • Highlight the internal experience of the individual.

  • Identify that these symptoms are on a spectrum. 

  • Explain critically the experiences of the individual who has these symptoms from their perspective.

  • Use emotive words which describe how a person with personality disorder feels. 


When a thread does not follow the above guidelines and portrays any symptoms or individuals with personality disorders as abusers or in a negative light, they will be corrected or deleted under the following guideline:


3. Inflammatory, racist, sexist, offensive, homophobic, transphobic, etc. posts are not allowed. Posting about the impacts of abuse, racism, sexism, etc. or seeking support on these topics is allowed. Click here for expanded guideline post

If you believe a forum moderator has edited or deleted your post in error, you can email forum@7cups.com and we will investigate.

Note to Forum Leaders:
Appropriate action: If at all possible, the forum moderator should remove the unsupportive content while retaining the post. All edits should include the forum moderator’s name and the reason for editing (e.g. unsupportive content). In the event that the post cannot be retained, the forum moderator will delete the whole post.

Note to Group Leaders:
These guidelines will be followed in the Personality Disorders Chat Room as well.

  • At first please gently nudge the conversation towards a supportive atmosphere.

  • Gently correct any misconceptions, stereotypes or stigmas.

  • Use your de-escalation skills as per the room supporter training to resolve conflicts if they arise.

  • Gently explain or remind the speaker that their stance although with the best of intentions is not helpful or supportive to people who have personality disorders and this is firstmost a safe space for people with personality disorders.

  • Please share the link of this page when necessary.

  • Call a community moderator on duty if you need support; you can fill in the emergency form available in “Chatroom Guidelines” for the same.

  • If a member still insists on seeking support regarding their issue, please refer them to a one-on-one chat or rooms such as Support Room 24/7.

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Help Managing Emotions: click HERE 

About OCD : click HERE 

Room Discussions: click HERE

Resources for BPD: click HERE