Bringing It to Life #6: Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder Part One with Guest Amanda Smith

In this episode of It's All Your Fault, Megan Hunter and Bill Eddy are joined by special guest Amanda Smith to discuss Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), continuing our Bringing It to Life series. They explore the common experiences of individuals with BPD, such as intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and self-destructive tendencies.

The Power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Amanda highlights the effectiveness of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in treating BPD, emphasizing the importance of group therapy in conjunction with individual therapy. She shares success stories of individuals who have made significant progress through court-ordered DBT treatment.

Questions we answer in this episode:

• What are the common experiences of individuals with BPD?
• How can individuals with BPD work towards recovery?
• Is court-ordered DBT treatment effective for individuals with BPD?

Key Takeaways:

• BPD is characterized by intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and self-destructive tendencies.
• DBT, which combines individual and group therapy, is a highly effective treatment for BPD.
• Individuals with BPD can make significant progress towards recovery through consistent and dedicated treatment.

This episode offers valuable insights into understanding Borderline Personality Disorder, exploring effective treatment options, and discussing the emotional struggles faced by individuals with BPD. Listeners will gain knowledge and strategies for supporting their loved ones on the path to recovery.

Links & Other Notes

GUEST

• Amanda Smith, LCSW

BOOKS

• • The Borderline Personality Disorder Wellness Planner for Families
  • The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Wellness Planner
  • The Big Book on Borderline Personality Disorder

COURSE

• Online Borderline Personality Disorder Family Course [begins May 29, 2024]—led by Amanda Smith
• Coping with Chronic Suicidal Thinking and Planning: Success Strategies for Providers, Family Members, and Individuals Who Are Suffering [1-hour webinar Saturday, May 18 at 10:00 am Central--$29]

ORGANIZATIONS

• • Hope for BPD
  • National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Mind.org.uk
  • Australia BPD Foundation Limited (listing of resources across Australia)

ARTICLES

• • 7 Tips for Working with Clients With Borderline Personality Disorder 
  • The New Elephant in the Room: Why All Professionals Need to Learn About Personality Disorders

OUR WEBSITE: https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/

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Note: We are not diagnosing anyone in our discussions, merely discussing patterns of behavior.

• (00:00) - Welcome to It's All Your Fault
• (00:39) - Borderline Personality Disorder with Amanda Smith
• (02:11) - Amanda’s Background
• (03:18) - Diagnoses From Which You Can Work Your Way Free
• (06:03) - Common Experiences in BPD
• (10:38) - What Can Be Done?
• (14:43) - Being Held Accountable
• (19:59) - Court-Ordered Therapy?
• (22:08) - When They Don’t Change
• (25:47) - What Are They Feeling?
• (30:12) - Dissociation
• (31:54) - Wrap Up
• (32:12) - Reminders & Coming Next Week: Part Two With Amanda