Tag: Borderline Personality Disorder
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Loneliness & Personality Disorders
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines” hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss a recent review of 70 studies that sheds light on the social and emotional challenges faced by individuals with personality disorders. Feeling like an outsider Dr. Louis emphasizes that individuals with personality disorders may feel like they don’t fit…
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Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD): Causes, Impacts, and Treatment
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), a mental health condition characterized by intense emotional reactions and relationship difficulties. Nature and Nurture BPD can stem from a combination of genetic predisposition and childhood experiences, highlighting the complex interplay of biological and environmental factors. Impact…
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Euthanasia for Mental Illness: A Difficult Debate
A young woman in the Netherlands recently chose to end her life due to ongoing suffering from depression, autism, and borderline personality disorder. In “Psychology Behind the Headlines,” hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss the debatable topic of euthanasia for severe mental health conditions. Euthanasia: A Controversial Choice Dr. Peters…
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Personality Disorders: What They Are and What They Aren’t
Personality disorders are complex mental health conditions often misunderstood. In Mental Breakthrough, host Jessica Reyes and guest Dr. Michelle Quilter discuss on what these disorders are, how they differ from other mental health conditions, and how they are treated. Understanding Personality Disorders Personality disorders are long-lasting patterns of thought and behavior that cause significant distress.…