I am not sure what you mean by BP and BPD; they mean different things on this site and there are two forums here, one for each.
The silent treatment is not exclusive to a particular (or any) disorder; many people engage in this behavior for several different reasons. I would discuss the issue with your friend, explaining how
you feel when around their behavior; they are probably not aware, thinking one thing (about themselves and how they feel) when the effect on you might be another.
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