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Borderline personality disorder

Joel Paris

From the Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, and the Sir Mortimer B. Davis–Jewish General Hospital, Montréal, Que.

Correspondence to: Dr. Joel Paris, Department of Psychiatry, McGill University, 1033 Pine Ave. W, Montréal QC H3A 1A1; fax 514 398-4370; joel.paris{at}mcgill.ca

Abstract

BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER is a chronic psychiatric disorder characterized by marked impulsivity, instability of mood and interpersonal relationships, and suicidal behaviour that can complicate medical care. Identifying this diagnosis is important for treatment planning. Although the cause of borderline personality disorder is uncertain, most patients improve with time. There is an evidence base for treatment using both psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. The clinical challenge centres on managing chronic suicidality.




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