Borderline Personality Disorder Flashcards
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What is BPD?
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A personality disorder. Pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self image and marked impulsivity that begins by early adulthood
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What are the symptoms of BPD?
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Intense mood swings Self harm Paranoia Feeling out of touch wit h reality inability to settle
Behaviours: Fear of being alone Feeling neglected or misunderstood Rigid thinking Inappropriate behaviour being intrusive or risk taking
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What is the aetiology of BPD?
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Genetics Biochemistry Childhood experiences (trauma, abuse, neglect, lack of bonding)
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What are the interventions for BPD?
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Risk assessment Drug and alcohol assessment MSE Nutrition assessment Physical assessment Safe environment Increased obs Therapy/counselling MDT Medications
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What are the treatment options for BPD?
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Holistic, person centred care Medications: -Antidepressants -Antipsychotics -Mood stabilisers -Anxiolytics
Psychodynamic therapy
CBT
Dialectal behaviour therapy (mindfulness to change thoughts and behaviours)
Acceptance and committment therapy
