Navigating Anger and Healing in BPD

This chapter examines the interplay between anger and its expression in individuals with borderline personality disorder, focusing on the importance of healthy emotional expression. It discusses therapeutic strategies like Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mentalization-based therapy, emphasizing self-compassion and the development of a 'healthy adult' within. The chapter also highlights the role of therapeutic relationships in addressing unmet needs and promoting healing through empathic confrontation.