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Feb 24, 2017, 05:28 AM
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I haven't been diagnosed with BPD but I have a strong feeling that I have it.
I've spoken with 2 people with BPD who say I sound very much like them. I've reacted hysterically to things my boyfriend did which should not have warranted that sort of reaction, threatened to kill myself when I couldn't cope with my feelings, I'm extremely impulsive (I've had 5 jobs in the last 2 years because I can't settle) and I get ideas in my head for things I want and feel I have to have them now. I also drink to excess regularly and can't seem to stand anything being too stable. I can't even remain in therapy because I impulsively decide to leave and then hate myself for it. I guess I'm wondering, does the empty feeling ever go away? Can anything help? And do you think if I was to get an official diagnosis it would help or hinder me? I really don't think I want that label on me but I also feel I need to face up to the possibility I might have BPD. Thank you. |
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Feb 24, 2017, 03:00 PM
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If you really want to know for sure you need to see a professional for a proper diagnosis.I understand your hesitation in having 'that' label but there are many possibilities you may only have traits not the actual full blown disorder or something else entirely.anyway knowing more will help to make plans on how you can be helped.good luck.
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Feb 25, 2017, 07:02 AM
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You might have it, but believing that you have it can make you act out the behaviors so it's best to just talk to a professional and see if they give you that diagnosis. But then they will likely be cautious saying you have that because of the risks the label can bring.
It could also help though, knowledge is power. I don't know that it ever "goes away" for some people. But then for others they claim to have made a full recovery and no longer feel those things. If you are willing to put in work you could at the very least learn to control it and live with it. |
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Feb 26, 2017, 06:08 PM
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I would ask to get an assessment done to find out for sure. Then you know what you are dealing with. DBT would probably help you whether you have it or not.
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