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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"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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68 of 69 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderfully balanced - a source of information, hope, and coping strategies
12 Mar 2008
By MB
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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.... Read more ›
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.... Read more ›
27 of 27 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!
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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The Borderline Personality Disorder Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Living With BPD
4 Feb 2010
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!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Angela
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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! It was eventually, after many consultations, many 'I don't think it's depression or bi-polar' meetings, I was diagnosed with BPD. Never hearing about it and immediately hearing the word 'Borderline', all sorts of negativity set in.
There are multiple websites and many with conflicting information which made it more difficult to understand.
I ordered this book and even after the 2nd page, I felt as if a weight had been lifted; felt that at last, I wasn't alone and also that someone understands!
The book has been written in a non-judgemental manner and incorporates all the aspects as currently understood, of BPD.
This book gives scenarios and an unbiased view of possible causes that contribute to the making of BPD.
Yet there were sections that weren't applicable to me, many indeed were and I feel that I am no longer alone nor should be embarrassed to have BPD.
I have read valuable tips and TBH, I am thinking a lot more clearly now about my actions and emotions - all thanks to this book!
This book is ideal if you have recently been diagnosed and do not understand what BPD is. It will open your eyes to the make up of BPD and help assure you that you are not alone, it can get better and that you are not insane!
There are multiple websites and many with conflicting information which made it more difficult to understand.
I ordered this book and even after the 2nd page, I felt as if a weight had been lifted; felt that at last, I wasn't alone and also that someone understands!
The book has been written in a non-judgemental manner and incorporates all the aspects as currently understood, of BPD.
This book gives scenarios and an unbiased view of possible causes that contribute to the making of BPD.
Yet there were sections that weren't applicable to me, many indeed were and I feel that I am no longer alone nor should be embarrassed to have BPD.
I have read valuable tips and TBH, I am thinking a lot more clearly now about my actions and emotions - all thanks to this book!
This book is ideal if you have recently been diagnosed and do not understand what BPD is. It will open your eyes to the make up of BPD and help assure you that you are not alone, it can get better and that you are not insane!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have BPD and this is the first book which actually deals with the subject realistically and sensitively. We are not freaks and manipulative weirdos like so many books choose to paint us as. If you have BPD I highly recommend this book as I literally sat there nodding and agreeing with every paragraph written - it was as though someone had written a book about me! But also, it has loads of useful information on where to get help, how to handle the dangerous emotions, the impact on others and it is a good book for families, carers, friends etc to read too - I gave it to my parents to read so that they would have a better understanding of the condition. Even though it is written based in America it is easy to apply to UK (although people with BPD may be tempted to move to the States due to the better services available there!). Only warning for people with BPD - I found it very emotional reading something where someone had such a good understanding of what was in my head etc and so there were a few tears at first but stick with it and they pass. This book should be given to the mental health departments of the NHS and they should be forced to read it! Can not praise it highly enough.
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informative
good informative read with good descriptions
easy to relate and put into practice will be keeping in my library fab
easy to relate and put into practice will be keeping in my library fab
Published 15 days ago by Nicki Jackson
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very good
at last a proper book about personality disorder that easy to understand and is useful both for yourself and friends/family well worth the price too :)
Published 17 days ago by claire
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Not a good overview of the topic
I did not fins this helpful and really just repeated far better texts on the subject. Would not recommend this book.
Published 2 months ago by Puzzle
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Borderline Personality Disorder
This is an excellent book for someone who has this condition, their friends and family to read to help them understand and deal with the condition. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Silver
3.0 out of 5 stars
Most of the information can be found online.
It is a good book if you just want the basics of BPD, but you can easily get this online for free. I was disappointed because there aren't really many "survival tips".
Published 2 months ago by Hayley Lakin
3.0 out of 5 stars
Insightful but I wouldn't call this a survival guide.
The borderline personality disorder survival guide is the best book I have read yet that deals with Borderline personality disorder. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. D. Ryan
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Non-judgmental, clear and helpful
An excellent book. Very frank, lucid and accessible. It's greatest quality is being non-judgmental and presenting a sincere effort to understand something which many people suffer... Read more
Published 5 months ago by T. Dar
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fantastic book really helpful
really informative and useful for fully understanding bpd also good for informing loved ones of reasons for bpd behaviour. Read more
Published 7 months ago by swift
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Not vey helpful
Skipped my way through most of it, although I tried hard to read a lot of it. The scenarios are unrealistic. The advice is impractical e. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. Anita Mcskimming
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Excellent
I'm not even half-way through this book and it's already a huge help. Like others have stated, it's sympathetic towards BPD and gives easy-to-understand examples of the disorder... Read more
Published 10 months ago by diannasaurusrex
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