Cycle 5 - Flashcard Set 1
What is the impact of intense emotions on those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
Temporary thinking/feeling impairment, leading to difficulty solving problems and regulating emotions.
What is the role of shame in BPD impairments?
It often accompanies BPD impairments, leading to self-blame and chronic, debilitating shame.
Why can relationships with those suffering from BPD be strained?
Due to exaggerated emotions, irrational behavior, and shameful speech, leading to anger, rejection, or threats of punishment.
How are emotions and behavior connected to the interpretation of events?
The brain instantly assesses if danger or threat exists based on the interpretation of events.
What are the potential consequences of misguided societal attitudes towards mental health and emotional problems?
Ongoing stress/tension, confusion, divorce, estrangement, and harm to self or others.
What is the benefit of becoming a non-judgmental observer of internal processes for those with BPD?
It can improve emotional management and interpersonal relationships.
What is necessary to develop the ability to become a non-judgmental observer of internal processes?
There needs to be a strong willingness and desire to learn, and it takes time and practice.
What are the options for those living with intense emotions that impact daily life?
Learning about mental health and emotional management is the only choice.
What is the order in which the brain processes events, interpretation, and emotion?
Events, interpretation, and emotion are processed in that order.
What is the potential consequence of BPD impairments?
A sense of hopelessness and eventually wanting to give up on life.
What is the key to improving emotional management and interpersonal relationships for those with BPD?
Understanding the connection between emotions, behavior, and interpretation of events.
Is it possible to improve emotional management and interpersonal relationships for those with BPD?
Yes, it takes practice and time, but it is possible.
