I would tell them the article doesn't contain anything about responsibility because thats agiven - its obvious that you would want to take responsibility for your health and do everything you can to try and improve your condition. You will never be fully 'cured' - your condition may improve over time but if you've done something specific to offend your friends then you would be held accountable regardless of whether you had BPD or not. I agree with cbox in keeping them on a strictly need to know basis, i wouldn't want people accidentally/intentionally spreading the news of my disorder - it can perpetuate ignorance/stigma. I hope your friends can be supportive, if not then maybe its time to look elsewhere? All the best.