9 Key Traits of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Recognize the signs, change your life, and empower your loved ones.

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a disorder defined as emotionally unstable personality disorder in the DSM-5, is a psychological disorder marked by impulsive actions and frequent intense mood swings.

People with BPD struggle with weak self image, extreme anger outbursts, thoughts of suicide or harm, impulsive behavior, and how they relate to others. Their relationships are usually unstable.

If someone has at least 5 signs of the 9 according to DSM-5 (Fifth Edition), they are diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder.

However, you shouldn’t try to diagnose yourself. A mental health professional will conduct the necessary tests to provide an accurate diagnosis.

But if you’re noticing most of these signs in yourself, it’s a good step to reach out to a professional.

Let’s talk about the signs of borderline personality disorder:

1) FEAR OF ABONDONMENT

People who have an extreme fear of being abandoned and left alone may be showing signs of BPD. This fear not only makes them afraid of being…