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Clinician, researcher, and advocate dedicated to helping those struggling with personality disorder ❊

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In this episode, we break down what BPD actually looks like under the alternative model, beyond just a checklist of symptoms.

We get into identity, relationships, emotional patterns, and how traits shape the “borderline” experience… including why overlap with other diagnoses is more common than people think.

Comment “TRAITS” and we’ll send you the full episode!
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BPD bunch is a video podcast, featuring a panel of people who are in functional recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ Season 7 is airing NOW with new uploads Wednesdays, available on most streaming platforms. Show links in bio
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#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BPDCommunity #BPDRecovery #BPDawareness #BPDWarrior by @thebpdpsychologist

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Thanks to Dr. Sharp, Dr. Yeomans and Dr. Stein for taking the time to share with us!!
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BPD bunch is a video podcast, featuring a panel of people who are in functional recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ we are airing season seven now with new uploads most Wednesdays, available on most streaming platforms. Show links in bio
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#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BPDCommunity #BPDRecovery #BPDawareness #bpdsupport by @thebpdpsychologist

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What is a “favorite person” in BPD, and why does it matter? Join Dr. Alexandra Stein as she breaks down her research on FP relationships, why they intensify symptoms, and how clinicians, loved ones, and individuals can navigate them. Registration is $15 for those with lived BPD experience, and $20 for general admission: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/bxmivd/event/favoritepersonwebinar/ by @thebpdpsychologist

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Though not specifically mentioned in the diagnostic criteria, many people with borderline personality disorder experience the phenomenon of having a “favorite person”. The term was originally coined by the BPD community, and is now finally being introduced to the literature!

Clip is of Dr. Alex Stein sharing some of her research findings on the favorite person at the International Society for the Study of Personality Disorders conference.
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BPD bunch is a video podcast, featuring a panel of people who are in functional recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ We’re currently on a break between seasons, but will post short form content regularly until we return in the spring. Follow and turn on notifications to be the first in the know! Show links in bio

#BPDFavoritePerson #FavoritePerson #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder by @thebpdpsychologist

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*RECRUITMENT NOW CLOSED* Recruiting participants for my study on the BPD favorite person (FP)! Complete the study screener now to see if you’re eligible to participate😃 (link in bio) #bpd #favoriteperson #fp #borderlinepersonalitydisorder by @thebpdpsychologist

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@thebpdpsychologist explains splitting!

Clip from season 1 of the BPD Bunch, available for free on most streaming platforms.

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The BPD bunch is a video podcast, featuring a panel of people who are in functional recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ We’re currently on a break between seasons, but will post short form content regularly until we return in the fall. Follow and turn on notifications to be the first in the know! Show links in bio

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#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #ActuallyBPD #BPDCommunity #BPDRecovery #HashtagBPD #BPDawareness #BPDWarrior #EndStigma by @thebpdpsychologist

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Since the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders was mainly written for clinicians, the BPD criteria may seem confusing and unclear for most of us.
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In this post our very own Alex (@thebpdpsychologist ) clarifies each symptom through simple explanations. Swipe to check them out!
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Reminder: In order to qualify for a BPD diagnosis a person must have at least 5 of these 9 symptoms. The symptoms must be enduring and cause significant distress and/or impairment.
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The BPD bunch is a video podcast, featuring a panel of people who are in functional recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ New episodes Wed/Fri/Sun. Follow and turn on notifications to be the first in the know! Show links in bio

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#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #ActuallyBPD #BPDCommunity #BPDRecovery #HashtagBPD #BPDawareness #BPDWarrior #EndStigma by @thebpdpsychologist

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🌟 Research highlights 🌟

"Negative Affect and Pain Catastrophizing Link Borderline Personality Disorder to Pain."

📚 Stein et al. (2024) - Personality Disorders: Theory, Research, and Treatment

📲 Link: https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/per

💠 A recent study in Personality Disorders: Theory, Research, and Treatment connects borderline personality disorder (BPD) symptoms to chronic pain. Key findings reveal that negative emotions and pain catastrophizing play a role in intensifying pain experiences. Emotional suppression was also noted as a potential factor in predicting pain severity. This research suggests that interventions addressing both emotional and cognitive factors may help improve outcomes for those with co-occurring BPD and chronic pain.

By Catherine Longmore-Micham
Vice President, ISSPD Student Section

#ISSPD #BPDResearch #MentalHealth by @thebpdpsychologist

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Alex explains splitting in borderline personality disorder.
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Clip of from Season 1 Ep 2 of The BPD Bunch on Unstable Relationships. Check it out for free on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Podcasts (links in bio)
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The BPD bunch is a video podcast, featuring a panel of 19 people who are in functional recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder. We discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ Follow on Instagram, subscribe on Spotify or YouTube (link in bio) and turn on notifications to be the first in the know!

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#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #ActuallyBPD #borderline #BPDSuperpower #BPDCommunity #BPDRecovery #HashtagBPD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorderAwareness #BPDWarrior #CopingSkills by @thebpdpsychologist

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Interpersonal dysfunction is one of the core features of BPD. What does this mean? What does the research tell us about it?

*If you have BPD, how do you experience interpersonal dysfunction? Does it differ across your relationships? Drop your answer in the comments!

#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #ActuallyBPD #borderline #BPDSuperpower #DBT #BPDCommunity
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#LivingWithAnxiety #ItsOKToNotBeOK
#BreakTheStigma #interpersonaldysfunction #EUPDRecovery
#EmotionallyUnstablePersonalityDisorder #bpdthings #bpdlife by @thebpdpsychologist

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Alex explains the the different aspects of emotional instability in Borderline Personality as described in Marsha Linehan’s Biosocial Theory of emotional vulnerability
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Clip from season one episode seven of The BPD Bunch show available to watch on YouTube or Spotify, and listen on Apple podcasts. Links in our bio!
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The BPD bunch is a weekly video podcast, featuring a panel of 19 people who are in functional recovery from borderline personality disorder. Each week we discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ Follow on Instagram, subscribe on Spotify or YouTube (links in bio) and turn on notifications to be the first in the know!
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#borderlinepersonalitydisorder #actuallybpd #borderline #BPDsuperpower #DBT #bpdcommunity #bpdrecovery #hashtagbpd #borderlinepersonalitydisorderawareness #bpdwarrior #copingskills #mentalhealthrecovery #endstigma #dialecticalbehaviortherapy #emotionalwellness
#livingwithanxiety #itsokaytonotbeokay #breakthestigma #dissociation #eupdrecovery #emotionallyunstablepersonalitydisorder #eupd by @thebpdpsychologist

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Sometimes it feels like all we are is Borderline Personality Disorder. It’s important to remember that we are more than our diagnosis ❤️‍🩹
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The BPD bunch is a weekly YouTube talk show, featuring a panel of 19 people who are in functional recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder. Each week we discuss BPD-related topics to help give you insights into the different ways BPD can be expressed in someone’s life. We also cover the different paths we followed on our recovery journeys to give you hope and direction for your own ❤️ Follow on Instagram, subscribe on YouTube (link in bio) and turn on notifications to be the first in the know!
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#BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #ActuallyBPD #borderline #BPDSuperpower #DBT #BPDCommunity #BPDRecovery #HashtagBPD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorderAwareness #BPDWarrior #CopingSkills #MentalHealthRecovery #EndStigma #DialecticalBehaviorTherapy #EmotionalWellness
#LivingWithAnxiety #ItsOKToNotBeOK #BreakTheStigma #dissociation #EUPDRecovery #EmotionallyUnstablePersonalityDisorder by @thebpdpsychologist

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