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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Borderline personality disorder (BPD) (called emotionally unstable personality disorder, emotional intensity disorder, or borderline type in the ICD-10) is a cluster-B personality disorder, the essential feature of which is a pattern of marked impulsivity and instability of affects, interpersonal relationships and self image. The pattern is present by early adulthood and occurs across a variety of situations and contexts.[1]

Other symptoms usually include intense fears of abandonment and intense anger and irritability, the reason for which others have difficulty understanding.[1][2] People with BPD often engage in idealization and devaluation of others, alternating between high positive regard and great disappointment.[3] Self-harm and suicidal behavior are common.[

PP: BPD is caused by childhood abuse sexual or otherwise. It is the atomic bomb of the personality -- it damages, trust, self esteem, relationships to others, and causes meanness, cruelty, selfishness. What is more mean cruel and selfish than a trusted adult abusing a child? The there is the syndrome abused grows up to be abuser.(There is always the exception) [b]It is almost impossible to fix or cure because it is learned so young. [/b]It is very serious and is not just being "mean and manipulative"[/quote]

The persistence of BPD isn't necessarily because of being "learned so young," it's because of the difficulty these people have with impulsivity and affect regulation - similar to someone who suffers from depression or mania.

There is evidence that many people with BPD mellow as they get older, with or without treatment - 40's and beyond.  But many do not.[/quote]

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