Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast
Quick Tips for Therapists: The Key to Treating Borderline Personality Disorder
Jun 13, 2024
Daniel J. Fox, a licensed psychologist and award-winning author specializing in personality disorders, shares his insights on treating borderline personality disorder. He discusses effective strategies for building patient insight and teaching essential skills. The importance of challenging stigma around BPD is emphasized, along with the innovative use of transitional objects to promote safety in therapy. With over twenty years of experience, Daniel's tips could revolutionize how therapists approach this complex condition.
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Quick takeaways
- Borderline personality disorder requires a shift in perspective to recognize the complexities and empathic treatment needed for affected individuals.
- Immediate teaching of practical skills, such as selecting a safety object, is crucial for effective therapy and emotional management in BPD clients.
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Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is often perceived negatively, leading to misconceptions about those who struggle with it. Contrary to the stereotype of individuals as solely self-harming or aggressive, they are often treatment-seeking and fearful, lacking the necessary skills to cope with their emotions and circumstances. This highlights the importance of shifting the perspective on BPD to recognize its complexity and the empathy needed in treatment. Acknowledging that many clients have impaired insight further underscores the necessity for practitioners to engage in helping them develop an understanding of their behaviors and motivations.
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