Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder defined in the DSM-5 (American Psychiatric Association [APA], 2013) as a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affect that involves impulsive behavior and difficulties in regulating emotions. These difficulties typically result in impulsive actions and chaotic interpersonal relationships. Other symptoms include extreme fears of abandonment and episodes of self-mutilation and suicidality.