I'm 52 and was diagnosed with BPD in my late 20s, though I didn't know until my late 40s. I went through relationship hell for many years until I met my current husband in 2010. He has been with me through my nervous breakdown and bipolar diagnosis.

I still struggle with abandonment issues and emotional regulation. My moods still go up and down on a whim it seems. I've been through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and have regular therapy and meds as well. I was high-functioning until 2012, when I had to quit work and go on disability. I'm starting to gain some stability but don't know if I'll have a job again. I also have physical issues so I can't do most jobs.

Still, I'm hopeful I can be here for my family and do well eventually.