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Originally Posted by whateverforever1
Hi guys... I'm wondering how did you feel when you were diagnosed with something?
When I was in my therapy session this week the T said "it seems to be that you are suffering from borderline personality disorder". I didn't know too much about it and googled it ect. researched and it seems to be a death sentence. I feel like in a way it might be good to know, but mostly I feel sad. Who the hell wants a PERSONALITY disorder? What's wrong with my personality, lol?!
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Sorry to hear that. I think getting mental health diagnosis is tough in itself (still some sort of self blame for some people or idea that one is crazy), but to get a diagnosis that hints at something chronic and severe, like personality disorder, is even tougher. Which is perhaps why you calling it a "death sentence."
But I gotta say, all these are just man-made criteria. Personality disorder is not for life btw. The label is misleading and makes the person thinks so but it's not true. You may not meet the criteria at other times. Regardless, just focus on what you have, not so much on the label, and focus on getting better. You can also ask for other opinions from other doctors if the label bothers you.