Cycle 20 - Flashcard Set 1
What is the purpose of the slide set on Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder and Managing Emotions?
The purpose is to bring together the learning from previous steps and show a real Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) struggle in action.
What do the bubbles in the slide correspond to?
The bubbles show the order of events, interpretations, emotions, self-talk, and new events.
What does the process shown in the slide help to understand?
The process helps understand how different parts of a BPD experience connect and make for a messy situation.
What does the slide portray in terms of emotions and thoughts?
The slide portrays the raw emotions and thoughts that can happen during a BPD struggle, those not well-managed before a person has developed sufficient self-awareness and skill to self-adjust.
What are cognitive distortions and how are they indicated in the flowchart?
Cognitive distortions are common types of unhealthy thoughts that can be part of BPD moments, indicated by ‘CD’ in the flowchart.
What happens when thoughts and feelings are not mindfully observed?
When thoughts and feelings are not mindfully observed, a person can become increasingly ineffective, resulting in more unhealthy thoughts and intense emotions co-occurring.
What are some potential negative outcomes of toxic interactions between two or more people who do not manage their internal struggles?
The potential negative outcomes include rejection, isolation, and self-destructive behavior.
What is one of the challenges faced by those who suffer from BPD?
One of the challenges faced is having more intense emotional experiences and needing to become proficient at managing them.
How can attending to feelings mindfully be helpful?
Attending to feelings mindfully can be helpful in settling emotions, enjoying constructive conversations with others, and recalling essential information.
What is the benefit of practicing empathy for yourself and others?
Practicing empathy empowers individuals to adjust unhealthy thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
What is the impact of adjusting unhealthy thoughts and interpretations in terms of emotions?
Adjusting unhealthy thoughts and interpretations can help let go of unnecessary and toxic emotions such as guilt, shame, worthlessness, and fear.
What makes life more challenging for individuals with untreated BPD?
Untreated BPD can make life more challenging because of the additional ‘heavy’ emotions that aren’t dealt with effectively.
