Good Afternoon. A little while ago, I was online in a chat room specifically set up for people who suffer from Borderline Personality Disorder. There is a facilitator/moderator and it is wonderful to augment the help that I am already receiving. It is within a huge site that deals with all mental health issues, and psychiatric disorders. I must never forget where I came from, because I can fall back into emotional reactions (and self-destructive behaviors) in the blink of an eye. I am especially grateful for being asked to share my journey with those who are interested. It helps to keep me on the right path as well. I am a very lucky person. I could have easily become a statistic of suicide or lethal self-harming behaviors before I learned how to deal with this disorder.
Help is out there. Online resources are available to help locate a therapist/psychiatrist who deals in Borderline Personality Disorder. There is stigma out there within the professional community - it is very difficult having a Borderline in treatment, because they appear that they are not getting better, receiving any effective treatment etc. etc. etc. I don't blame them. But where would I be if my DBT therapist gave up on me? Professionals: we need you to sharpen your skills and commitment to helping this emotionally draining subset of clients that are badly in need of therapy. You just may save a life. Thanks for all of you who do.
