I have been diagnosed with BPD for over a year or two now.. There are certain criteria I think 9 different types.. If you feel the majority relate to you then you probably do have it. Of course you should seek a formal diagnosis. Being diagnosed is bittersweet. It's a relief in just like..finding out what you have. But it is absolutely devastating to find out what you have. The stigma is huge. Most people don't know much about it but when they find out, it's not really always something to feel sympathetic towards. I know I'm attention seeking and manipulative... But it's because I'm in so much pain. How can anyone tolerate the negativity? I know I wouldn't want to be involved with someone like me. It's relentless and the feelings always come back. No matter how many steps forward I go, I'm taking more back. The low moments drop as low as ever, it's almost like it hurts MORE because I'm falling so far. I take antidepressants - Wellbutrin and Citolopram. I also take Ativan and I'm a stoner. All of these get me through the days.....