Borderline Personality Disorder Cause
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Concurrent conditions and misdiagnosis
eMedicine
This dense article for healthcare professionals covers the background of borderline personality disorder diagnosis and treatment, as well as possible causes and comorbid conditions.
You might not even remember
Helpguide
Just because you've been diagnosed with BPD doesn't necessarily mean that you experienced a childhood trauma, but effects of trauma sometimes manifest later in life. This guide explains why.
Unfortunately, there isn't a definitive objective teset for BPD. The results of this study show one failed attempt.
It's not always the case
Borderline UK
This section of a UK Web site briefly covers the childhood neglect theory of borderline personality disorder and a possible alternative.
Biological and environmental factors
BPD Demystified
Like most other conditions, BPD is most likely caused by a combination of factors. Succinct description of theorized causes of borderline personality disorder.
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They aren't sure, either
National Education Alliance
Some of the professionals in these educational videos have theories concerning the cause of borderline personality disorder, driving their research for better treatments in different directions.
It's not your fault
Suicide
The effects of borderline personality disorder can take their toll. Never blame yourself or give up. If life is getting too difficult, click here.
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Let's start slowly
NIMH
This brief article covers the basics of borderline personality disorder to get you started on your road of self-discovery and healing.
A comprehensive overview
NARSAD
This fact sheet addresses everything related to borderline personality disorder, from possible causes to treatment options, in neat sections and understandable language,
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Therapy is the best treatment
Behavioral Tech
The point of using Dialectic Behavioral Therapy to treat borderline personality disorder is not to find the cause, but to change perceptions and reactions to external stimuli.
So what's next?
Mental Help Net
Dialectic Behavioral Therapy is the cornerstone of treatment for borderline personality disorder, no matter what the cause. Learn what to expect during treatment with this extensive article.
Train your eyes and your brain
Helpguide
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing might be an alternative or complementary treatment for borderline personality disorder, especially when the cause is linked to PTSD.

