Edward, I loved reading your ideas and I agree with them. I have always believed that humans have the need to label everything, and psychology is an example of that. BPD, or any mental illness, as defined by the DSM, is really just a set of behaviors/thought patterns/emotions that are grouped together and assigned labels to help clinicians understand and treat individuals displaying those characteristics.

The problem happens when people begin to define themselves by these labels and then they see themselves only in terms of the label. I am sure you have heard about "labelling theory."

My BPD symptoms once went into remission for 2 years, so I know that getting better is possible. I was very encouraged to read about your recovery and I've bookmarked your blog! Take care!