Borderline personality disorder
Treatment:
People with borderline personality disorder tend not to be compliant with treatment. However, the following therapy may be helpful in some cases.
Self-destructive behavior may be modified through peer relationships in social and therapeutic environments. Peer reinforcement of appropriate behavior may be successful because difficulties with authority often impede learning. Group therapy can be helpful in modifying specific impulsive behaviors, as peer pressure in the group may restrain rash behavior.
Drug therapy includes the use of mood stabilizers such as lithium and carbamazepine, antidepressants, and low-dose neuroleptics when manic or psychotic features are present.
Expectations (prognosis):
Borderline personality disorder has a poor prognosis (probable outcome) as noncompliance with treatment is common. However, people with this disorder who make it through their 30's and maintain sobriety, may begin to improve.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you want to hurt yourself or are abusing drugs or food.
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