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"The Borderline Personality Disorder Survival Guide" is exactly what its title suggests. Through the use of many rich clinical examples and exacting and intriguing metaphors, Chapman and Gratz take us through the diagnosis and probable causes of BPD, some of the myths about BPD, and possible explanations of the problems that often accompany BPD. They review both psychological and medication treatments and end up with very practical advice on how to deal with suicidal thoughts as well as with situations when control over one's emotions seems tenuous at best. Clearly written and easily read, this book truly is a practical everyday guide not only to surviving but to growing healthier while struggling with BPD.
--Kenneth R Silk, MD, professor of psychiatry and director of the Personality Disorders Program at the University of Michigan Medical School and Health System
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One of the more serious and hard-to-treat mental problems, borderline personality disorder (BPD) is also one of the most dangerous. Seventy-five percent of people with BPD will attempt suicide at some point, and ten percent ultimately take their own lives. Living with the symptoms of BPD is obviously a terrible burden for anyone, but receiving a BPD diagnosis and negotiating the necessary treatment can itself be a bewildering and painful process.This compassionate book offers people with BPD a detailed guide to the disorder and a point-by-point plan to the treatment and condition-management process. The book is organized as a series of answers to questions common to BPD sufferers: What is BPD? How long does it last? What other problems co-occur with BPD? Overviews of what we currently know about BPD make up the first section of the book. Later chapters cover several common treatment approaches to BPD: dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), mentalization-based therapy (MBT), and medical treatment using psychoactive drugs. In the last sections of the book, readers learn a range of day-to-day coping skills that can help moderate the symptoms of BPD.
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61 of 62 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is one of the best books about BPD I've read. It's up-to-date, nonjudgemental, and above all balanced. The authors are compassionate towards those with BPD, but don't shy away from mentioning the devastating impact the disorder can have on loved ones. They provide a good overview of different theories about BPD, and different treatments that may help, acknowledging the strengths and weaknesses of each. They don't oversimplify anything, yet they take care to explain things in a way a lay person can understand. They stress the need for professional diagnosis and treatment, yet encourage the sufferer to take control by reading up on the disorder and learning some healthier coping skills.
The first half of the book provides information about BPD, including a discussion of possible causes, and an excellent chapter on the prospects of recovery. The authors not only believe that recovery from BPD is possible (and back up their opinion with recent research findings), they look at common obstacles to recovery, and explain which symptoms you can expect to improve first. The chapter on self-harm is also intelligent and sensitive, with a very good understanding of the different reasons why people may hurt themselves.
The second half of the book combines information on treatment with some self-help suggestions for dealing with suicidal thoughts and overwhelming emotions. One drawback here is that the information on accessing treatment - as you might expect from an American book - only refers to the US and Canada. However, the information on what different treatments involve and on how effective they are is excellent. The main treatments discussed are DBT, mentalisation-based therapy (which I hadn't even heard of) and medication. The coping strategies are drawn mainly from DBT and are a fantastic starting point. The authors also point you in the direction of further resources, namely Get Out of Your Mind and into Your Life: The New Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Skills Training Manual for Treating Borderline Personality Disorder (Diagnosis & Treatment of Mental Disorders).
I really recommend this book as a source of information, hope and coping strategies for all those affected by BPD.
The first half of the book provides information about BPD, including a discussion of possible causes, and an excellent chapter on the prospects of recovery. The authors not only believe that recovery from BPD is possible (and back up their opinion with recent research findings), they look at common obstacles to recovery, and explain which symptoms you can expect to improve first. The chapter on self-harm is also intelligent and sensitive, with a very good understanding of the different reasons why people may hurt themselves.
The second half of the book combines information on treatment with some self-help suggestions for dealing with suicidal thoughts and overwhelming emotions. One drawback here is that the information on accessing treatment - as you might expect from an American book - only refers to the US and Canada. However, the information on what different treatments involve and on how effective they are is excellent. The main treatments discussed are DBT, mentalisation-based therapy (which I hadn't even heard of) and medication. The coping strategies are drawn mainly from DBT and are a fantastic starting point. The authors also point you in the direction of further resources, namely Get Out of Your Mind and into Your Life: The New Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Skills Training Manual for Treating Borderline Personality Disorder (Diagnosis & Treatment of Mental Disorders).
I really recommend this book as a source of information, hope and coping strategies for all those affected by BPD.
26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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Anyone who has tried to get information on BPD will know that there is still stigma attached to the condition and the large amount of information floating around to reinforce this stigma really doesn't help matters!
I have read several books on BPD and this is by far one of the most compassionate. Many of the other books on BPD label people with BPD as manipulative and lacking in self-awareness which not only strenthens the negative associations of the condition but also just add to the frustration of sufferers. BPD is a complicated condition and the writers of this book really understand the dangers of labelling people with BPD as 'manipulative' or dismissing attempts at suicide as mere cries for help. As well as addressing various misinformation, the book provides practical and accessible background information and offers advice on coping strategies too.
The book will be useful for anyone diagnosed with BPD or anyone who thinks they have symptoms or anyone who just wants to find out more maybe because they know someone with BPD. The book is really well-organized and you don't have to read it cover to cover to get a good grasp of things. Overall, really good reading - it deals with BPD sensitvely and is never judgemental or condescending.
A highly recommended book that should have been published years ago!
I have read several books on BPD and this is by far one of the most compassionate. Many of the other books on BPD label people with BPD as manipulative and lacking in self-awareness which not only strenthens the negative associations of the condition but also just add to the frustration of sufferers. BPD is a complicated condition and the writers of this book really understand the dangers of labelling people with BPD as 'manipulative' or dismissing attempts at suicide as mere cries for help. As well as addressing various misinformation, the book provides practical and accessible background information and offers advice on coping strategies too.
The book will be useful for anyone diagnosed with BPD or anyone who thinks they have symptoms or anyone who just wants to find out more maybe because they know someone with BPD. The book is really well-organized and you don't have to read it cover to cover to get a good grasp of things. Overall, really good reading - it deals with BPD sensitvely and is never judgemental or condescending.
A highly recommended book that should have been published years ago!
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book id written in such a way that's easy to read and so non judgemental I just want to eat it it's so good!
Alex Chapman and all those others who helped bring this book to the shelf....I salute you. You've made me a lot stronger and more able to deal with my illness. Perhaps can now explain things better to those who care about me too.
This is the first book i've come across that isn't just for people who Know someone with BPD, its also written for the BPD sufferer.
Top marks!
Alex Chapman and all those others who helped bring this book to the shelf....I salute you. You've made me a lot stronger and more able to deal with my illness. Perhaps can now explain things better to those who care about me too.
This is the first book i've come across that isn't just for people who Know someone with BPD, its also written for the BPD sufferer.
Top marks!
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Awesome!!!!
A 100% sympathetic view from top psychologists, who understand what living with Borderline is all about!!! A must read for patients and carers alike. :))
Published 6 months ago by Liz
BPD Explained with Compassion.
This is far and away the best book I have read on this distressing condition. It explains complicated issues in a straight forward way with a gentle compassion that is so often... Read more
Published 7 months ago by B. Searle
Some good, some bad
This book is good to give an overall view of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). However, the book is american and some bits are quite tedious to read. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Natalie
Clear, logical, and accurate
I was recommended this book by a psychiatric nurse who stated that it would give me some insight which I currently lack. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Rhuben
does what it says on the tin!
This is an absolutely essential book if you have been diagnosed with BPD. I was diagnosed over a year ago and still had doubts about the diagnosis, until i read this. Read more
Published 13 months ago by sandra
Living with BPD.
Firstly being advised from my GP he 'thought' it was depression and then prescribing meds for this, then after review changed to Bi-Polar - and with it more meds! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Angela
Very informative
A very interesting, informative, easy to understand book. Not overwhelmed with jargon. Helpful for those with BPD and their family and friends. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Ms. V. E. Mitchell
Best I have ever read on this - amazing book!
I have BPD and this is the first book which actually deals with the subject realistically and sensitively. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Ms. J. A. Beaumont
bpd survival guide
good price, delivery, takes a while to get through as some aspects of it are quite high brow but overall good product, gives new perspective.
Published 20 months ago by C J Boyd
Read it to educate yourself
I got this book cos was diganosed with BPD in 2007 and I struggle with this everyday even I cannot understand my disorder and when you have to try and explain what it is to people... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Angel
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