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BPD, 100%. Do you have rapid mood swings too?
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@Jay222 - Makes sense. Definitely sounds like BPD (I have it too)
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@Jay222 - How much?
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Hold on, let me send you the symptoms
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What is BPD? Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition. People with BPD have extreme mood swings, unstable relationships and trouble controlling their emotions. They have a higher risk of suicide and self-destructive behavior. Many diagnosed with BPD feel suspicious about events in their lives. They struggle with suspicion and paranoia about the intentions of people around them. When stressed, they may lose touch with reality and become disassociated. What Causes BPD? Like any other psychological disorder, precise causes for BPD are difficult to pinpoint. Many experts agree that interactions among the environment, biology, and genetics can contribute to its development. While having any or a combination of these factors could result in the onset of BPD symptoms, this may not be the case for everyone. Conversely, a person may lack these risk factors and still develop BPD. Who does borderline personality disorder affect? Most personality disorders begin in the teen years when your personality further develops and matures. As a result, almost all people diagnosed with borderline personality disorder are above the age of 18. Although anyone can develop BPD, itās more common if you have a family history of BPD. People with other mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, or eating disorders, are also at higher risk. Nearly 75% of people diagnosed with BPD are female. Research suggests that males may be equally affected by BPD. However, they may be misdiagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or depression. Possible causes of borderline personality disorder include: Genetics: There is some evidence suggesting that BPD may be genetic. Someone with a close relative (like a parent or sibling) with this condition may be at a higher risk of developing BPD. Brain Anomalies: Several studies have linked brain anomalies with BPD. These revealed that variations in brain structure and function may account for symptoms like emotional instability and impulsiveness. Childhood Trauma: Many cases of BPD have been associated with childhood trauma. BPD sufferers have reported experiencing traumatic events during childhood, like physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, neglect, abandonment, etc. Unspoken signs of borderline personality disorder (BPD) include emotional numbness, chronic self-doubt, avoidance of conflict, internalized anger, and a deep fear of abandonment. These signs can be subtle and not immediately apparent but are important for understanding the condition. Another commonly observed behavior in individuals with BPD is oversharing, a tendency to divulge personal or sensitive information excessively. Fear of abandonment People with BPD may say they are afraid that people they care about will leave them. They may say they are scared to be alone, even when things are going well. They may say they are clingy or needy because they want to be close to people but are afraid of being rejected. Splitting People with BPD may rapidly switch between perceiving someone as "good" or "bad". They may idealize someone and then devalue them. Anger People with BPD may experience intense anger and have a short temper. They may lash out or make impulsive gestures when they feel insecure in a relationship. They may have difficulty controlling their anger and may engage in self-harm. Unrealistic expectations People with BPD may have unrealistic expectations of people. They may ask for lots of reassurance or test people's commitment. Impulsive behavior People with BPD may do things impulsively, such as driving recklessly, having unsafe sex, or binge drinking. A person with BPD can have various thoughts and feelings all at once and may find it difficult to express them. This can make it difficult for people to understand each other's feelings. One way to help is to acknowledge the person's feelings, emotions, and thoughts. Other Symptoms: Dissociative symptoms are a criterion of BPD; features may include 'psychotic-like symptoms (e.g., hallucinations, body-image distortions, ideas of reference, hypnagogic phenomena) during times of stress' and 'self-mutilation may occur during dissociative experiences.ā The amnesia ā often referred to as dissociative fugue ā associated with BPD refers to the feeling of losing time. Even though the individual is awake, they may be unable to recall where they were, who they were with, or what they were doing. This may include intense confusion. Psychological symptoms include subjective detachment from the own person (depersonalization) or the environment (derealization), which may be perceived as unreal, blurry, movie-like, or lacking significance. A rage or anger blackout is a period of intense anger during which an individual may lose awareness or memory of their actions. While not exclusive to BPD, these blackouts can be particularly distressing when they occur, leading to potential harm to oneself or others and damaging relationships.
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@Jay222 - Why do you feel you have bipolar? Tell me all your symptoms. And those are just some of the symptoms, you don't have to have all of them.
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@Jay222 - BPD is borderline
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@Jay222 - Ahhhhh, got it, hold on.... I think I know which type you may have.
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@Jay222 - 1. Discouraged Borderline (Quiet BPD) The discouraged borderline type, also referred to as high-functioning BPD or quiet BPD, includes a mixture of avoidance and dependence on others. People with discouraged BPD tend to be incredibly loyal and humble, but to a point where they may cling to others. Their identity depends heavily on their relationships, particularly romantic relationships. If a close relationship ends, those with discouraged BPD are often unable to cope and their whole world becomes destabilized. Their fear of abandonment can cause them to feel insecure, helpless, and doubtful. Additionally, discouraged borderlines tend to feel depressed and powerless.3 They lack motivation and agency and find small tasks to be insurmountable. As a result, they turn to others for support, often to the point of unhealthy dependence. These individuals also struggle to express anger as this conflicts with their self-image. Thus, they may turn their anger inward instead and engage in self-harm or suicide. People with the discouraged borderline type tend to be: Avoidant Depressed Hopeless Submissive Loyal Humble Helpless Vulnerable Clingy Codependent 2. Impulsive Borderline People with impulsive borderline personality disorder show a mixture of histrionic and antisocial traits. These individuals tend to be distracted and hyperactive and fail to think before taking action. Because of a lack of self-reflection, their behavior may cause harm to themselves or others. Their emotions are equally as chaotic as their behavior, as they are often easily agitated and irritable. Impulsive borderlines usually come from chaotic families that involve lots of drama. To stand out against the chaos, they had to be exciting, unpredictable, and dramatic. Some may have felt valued when they were praised for their attractiveness or masculinity, which can lead to seductive behavior and superficial relationships. Overall, their need for attention and stimulation can cause them to feel constantly anxious. People with the impulsive borderline type tend to be: Superficial Irritable Chaotic Easily annoyed Fearful Unreliable Easily distracted Seductive Charismatic Engaging Suicidal 3. Petulant Borderline The petulant borderline has a passive-aggressive personality style. Others may describe them as negative, demanding, stubborn, and impatient. They are often jealous of othersā happiness and resent depending on others. Some may report somatic disorders as a way of seeking attention. Petulant borderlines rarely had their needs met as children and felt insecure in relationships. They may have been mistreated, abused, or manipulated by caretakers. As adults, they may have episodes of feeling worthless, depressed, or guilty, and at other times become overwhelmed with irrational anger and borderline rage. When the episode is over, they are often remorseful and desperate to repair the damage done. People with the petulant borderline type tend to be: Pessimistic Unpredictable Defiant Impatient Irritable Stubborn Rebellious Cynical Resentful Easily offended 4. Self Destructive BPD Self-destructive borderlines show masochistic personality traits. They tend to direct their feelings inward, which can lead to engaging in dangerous or harmful behaviors toward themselves. While they desperately want to be independent, they fear it. This causes significant internal tension and conflict. These individuals tend to be sacrificial, conforming, and deferential in relationships with others. Because of extreme thoughts and emotions, they may become resentful, bitter, and feel unappreciated. This can lead to increased depression and tension, which is often directed inward, such as through self-harming or suicide attempts. People with the self-destructive borderline type tend to be: Moody Bitter Self-loathing Overly compliant Self-focused Directing anger inward Submissive Suicidal .
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@Jay222 - Which one do you feel you have? You can also have a combination of them.
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@Jay222 - I cycle through all of them, although, mine is very severe.
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@Jay222 - You don't have to! BPD is different for everyone.
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@Jay222 - It's no problem. <3
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@Jay222 - You may. Tell me your symptoms.
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