Borderline as a parent: The Balance Between Intense Emotions and Education

“Afraid of failure as a mother or father with BPS? Specific strategies for emotion regulation and healthy boundaries.”

Can I be a good mother or father with borderline personality disorder?

Many people with borderline (BPS) will ask themselves this question at some point, especially if they already have children or are thinking about starting a family. The fear of one's own failure is often overpowering.

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Between Fire and Ice: When Borderline and Depression Collide - A Guide to the Emotional Paradox

“Borderline and depression can reinforce each other. The article explains differences, therapeutic approaches and ways out of the emotional depths that are suitable for everyday use.”

Imagine you're sitting in a sports car. Your foot pushes the accelerator pedal to the stop – the engine howls, the speed is in the red, adrenaline floods your body. This is borderline mode: High voltage, intensity, everything is existential. And then, at full speed, someone pulls the handbrake. Not gently, but by force. The car slings, comes to a standstill, the engine dies. Silence. Paralyzing severity. Nothing works anymore. This is the depression.

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How Dissociation Affects Relationships: A guide for those affected and relatives

‘Dissociation is like an invisible shield designed to prevent emotional overload, but it often separates those affected from those who love them. Understanding and open communication are key to overcoming this bridge.”

Introduction: What is Dissociation?

dissociation is a psychic condition that causes a person to feel detached from their own environment, feelings, or even from themselves. This condition can act as a kind of protective mechanism to deal with intense or overwhelming emotions. Dissociation can take various forms – from feeling unreality to completely ‘switching off’ feelings or thoughts. Affected people often experience a kind of separation from themselves, as if they had stepped out of their own skin or lived in a kind of dream state.

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Depression and Anxiety: How are they connected?

“Depression and fear often occur together and reinforce each other. Find out how these mental illnesses are related, what symptoms they share and how to break the vicious circle.”

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Mental health is an issue that has come to the fore in recent years. Society is beginning to talk about mental illnesses such as Depression and fear to speak more openly, which is an important step for both those affected and their relatives. But what many do not know: Depression and anxiety often occur together and affect each other. They are closely intertwined, and understanding this connection can be an important key to treating and better managing these conditions.

In this blog post, I will explore in detail the relationship between depression and anxiety disorders, explain how they affect each other, and give practical tips and advice on how to deal with these often stressful conditions.

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Borderline diagnosis: Insights into my emotional universe

“Dive into Sascha’s emotional journey to borderline diagnosis and discover how targeted therapy changed his life.”

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Gain insights into my emotional world as I report on my long journey to borderline diagnosis. Finding a suitable name for what was going on in me was a arduous struggle. But when I finally got the name ‘Borderline“I felt immense relief – I was finally able to tackle this challenge.

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The Challenge of Borderline Personality Disorder: Desperate attempts to escape abandonment

‘The fight against fear of abandonment: A glimpse into the world of borderline personality disorder”

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Introduction:

Borderline personality disorder (BPS) is a complex mental illness characterized by a variety of symptoms, including emotional instability, identity problems, and interpersonal difficulties. People with borderline personality disorder often suffer from intense fears of abandonment and use desperate attempts to escape that feeling. In this blog post, we will provide a comprehensive insight into this condition by shedding light on the various aspects that can lead to this behavior.

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The Proximity-Distance Problem in Borderline Personality Disorder: A Challenge with Complications

“Near-distance problem in borderline personality disorder: Complex challenges and individual coping strategies.”

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Introduction:

Borderline personality disorder (BPS) is a complex mental illness that affects the lives of those affected in a variety of ways. One of the most challenging aspects of this disorder is the so-called proximity-distance problem. In this blog post, we will look at the complications of this issue and why people with borderline personality disorder often exhibit certain behaviors when it comes to closeness and distance.

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Borderline disorder

“How to detect a borderline disorder and seek professional help”

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‘Borderline disorder is a mental disorder with symptoms such as mood swings and impulsive behaviour.’

Borderline is a mental disorder that belongs to the emotionally unstable personality disorders. People with borderline suffer from severe fluctuations in their feelings, thoughts and attitudes. They often have problems maintaining stable relationships and developing a clear self-image. They also tend to behave impulsively and self-harmingly.

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