This thorough guide explains the connection between childhood trauma and long-term psychological effects, including borderline personality disorder traits like self-destructive behavior.

Does your child exhibit traits of borderline personality disorder? This brief article reminds us that while an early trauma might be the cause, a happy childhood doesn't necessarily preclude mental illness.

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Even without a formal diagnosis, children who demonstrate traits of borderline personality disorder can be a handful. This online forum gives parents a space to vent, share stories and get advice.

This overview covers the basics of borderline personality disorder in easy-to-understand language. A great starting point.

This somewhat outdated article starts with a good description of the borderline personality disorder experience. Take a look to determine if you have similar traits.

These articles give a glimpse into the turbulent relationships that are somewhat common in people who have borderline personality disorder traits.

People with BPD traits usually have less severe or too few symptoms to be formally diagnosed with the disorder. This test can help determine which category you fall into.

Dealing with borderline personality disorder is never easy, but it's better than denial or inaction. The women in this amazing video got help and improved their lives and relationships.

Some traits of borderline personality disorder are similar to those of bipolar disorder, and one disease does not preclude the other. Learn more about bipolar disorder with this great guide.

Do you think you might have borderline personality disorder traits? Take this online test to review your symptoms, and then go talk to your doctor.

If you have borderline personality disorder traits, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy can help. This helpful fact sheet answers some commonly asked questions.

This fact sheet might help you determine if you have traits of borderline personality disorder. Discover possible contributing factors, and learn about treatment options.

There's no cure, and therapy might be the best treatment option for borderline personality disorder. However, these medications can alleviate symptoms and diminish certain traits associated with BPD.