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Borderline personality disorder demystified : an essential guide for understanding and living with BPD / Robert O. Friedel ; with Linda F. Cox and Karin Friedel.

by Friedel, Robert O.

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Da Capo Lifelong Books, 2018

616.85852 F899b

Borderline personality disorder.

9780738220246 (pbk.)

Alternate title:

Esential guide for understanding and living with BPD

296 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 249-262) and index

"What is borderline personality disorder and how is it diagnosed -- You are not alone -- The history of borderline personality disorder -- The causes of borderline personality disorder -- Tracing the course of the disorder -- borderline personality disorder in children -- borderline personality disorder and the brain -- Common co-occurring disorders -- The key elements of treatment -- Medications -- The psychotherapies -- The integrated use of medications and psychotherapy -- When a loved one has borderline personality disorder -- Research: the ultimate reason for hope.

"Millions of Americans suffer from borderline personality disorder (BPD), a psychiatric condition marked by extreme emotional instability, erratic and self-destructive behavior, and tumultuous relationships. Though it was once thought to be untreatable, today researchers and clinicians know that there is every reason for hope. Dr. Robert Friedel, a leading expert and pioneer in pharmacological treatment for BPD, combines his extensive knowledge and personal experience into this comprehensive guide."--From publisher.

Friedel, Karin.

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