New diagnosis
Hi, I'm new t the diagnosis of BPD and I don't know much about it. I'm very desperate to learn more about what is wrong with me, why I am the way that I am, and what I can do to better myself. If anybody can help me, please let me know.
Just because you've been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder DOES NOT mean something is "wrong" with you. There's nothing "wrong" with you or anyone else with any other diagnostic. :) Aside from that, BPD is a common diagnosis and is most often paired with anxiety, depression, paranoia, etc. The most common treatment for it would be different forms therapy, however, just like anyone else there are ways you can help you help yourself. I don't have BPD but I do have many of the "symptoms" of it. I have depression, anxiety, paranoia, etc. What I do is set boundaries for myself without limiting myself...for example if something triggers or effects you, ease yourself into the situation without fully avoiding it. And always remember you're not alone and theres always someone to help and listen. I hope this helps a little, Im studying to become an Art Therapist and take psychology and sociology, so I promise I'm not pulling things out of my butt. Good luck with everything, and if you have any questions feel free to reply to my post here. :)
Thank you for the response. I know nothing is "wrong" with me, I just get a little overwhelmed. I've had an extremely hard time mentally since childhood, and suddenly I know what it is that is causing it. That is a very positive step. Unfortunately I am still struggling with it affecting my relationship and my parenting and my overall quality of life. I have looked into recievingBPD specific therapy, unfortunately I am very poor and cannot afford it. Therefore, I am looking for it here. Anything to help me better understand and handle myself.
This may seem a little silly but the internet haslots of information on bpd. Even Wikipedia is a good place to start. I try to find one "symptom" or "behavior " that seems to apply to me and my situation and then be conscious of that ONE thing. Having self-compassion to give myself time to experience and think about my emotions also helps, but is a mountain of an achievement in itself. Anyways, hopefully this wasn't too rambly <3
Hi gypsie
I have not beendiagnosed with BPD however my doctor suggested the possibility. I have clinical depression, and it makes life almost impossible to navigate.
What has helped me: consistent sleep schedule, NOT missing my medications, exercise, and forcing myself to go intosocial places.
Researching and learning as much about bpd is good. I have bpd myself and the more I research and listen to other peoples accounts the more I am able to identify what is going on with me. Things that I previously did not understand about myself or the reasons as to why they are the way they are became more clear and gave me a way to focus on coping with those things.
Everyone is different. There is no exact way to be with any pd. Never feel like your experiences are less than those who may seem more affected by things like this. Medications are definitely a good thing as well as therapy. If medication doesn't seem to be working right for you, talk to your psychiatrist and tell them. Don't feel embarrassed or like you are letting them down (that was an issue I had at least). Taking care of yourself is important. Having a schedule and structure often help those with depression.
Understanding who you are makes it easier for you to be able to cope with what is bothering you.
The main therapy for BPB is DBT. This therapy is beneficial as it provides real life skills that anyone can benefit from not only people with BPD.