Famous People with BPD
BPD Myth or Truth
BPD De-Escalation Techniques
What the Research Says?
How Press Pause Can Help?
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Famed for his comedic talents on Saturday Night Live, he has openly discussed his BPD diagnosis.
A.) Dave Chappelle
B.) Pete Davidson
C.) Chevy Chase
What is B.) Pete Davidson
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BPD is rare.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: Between 1-4% of the population is estimated to have BPD diagnosis. That’s more than bipolar disorder and schizophrenia combined!
100
During intense emotional moments, it is important to confront the individual with BPD about their behavior immediately.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B. False: It's crucial to avoid escalating the situation. Instead, aim to de-escalate by remaining calm, patient, and composed.
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Males with BPD are often sent to jail or prison for violent outbursts resulting from a biological inability to control impulsivity.
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True
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Press Pause, Inc. - The Human Grace Collective provides specialized therapy for individuals with BPD.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: Press Pause, Inc. - The Human Grace Collective does not provide therapy, but we do provide links that help you find the appropriate mental health provider.
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She was an American comedienne, singer, actress, and model who became one of the world’s most enduring iconic figures.
A.) Marilyn Monroe
B.) Raven-Symone'
C.) Carol Burnett
What is A.) Marilyn Monroe
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Those who suffer from BPD are genuinely suffering and do not choose to be this way.
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True: A common stigma is that individuals with BPD episodes are consciously manipulative, destructive, and violent. But it would be a mistake to regard people who experience BPD symptoms simply as mentally healthy people who are being selfish. They have a legitimate clinical condition and need specialized help.
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Active listening and sympathetic responses are effective strategies for helping an individual with BPD in crisis.
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True: Ensure that you demonstrate that the person with BPD feels heard. When someone is upset or angry, it's easy and understandable to reciprocate, but it is not helpful.
200
As a comparison, BPD affects ____% more people than Alzheimer's disease and nearly as many as schizophrenia and bipolar combined
A.) 29%
B.) 50%
C.) 43%
What is B.) 50%
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Press Pause, Inc. - The Human Grace Collective seeks to eradicate stigma associated with individuals who suffer from BPD.
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True: Our mission is to promote a mindset shift towards people of color with BPD, especially during periods of crisis.
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Famous actress , known for her roles in Veronica Mars and Frozen, has been candid about her battle with BPD. She revealed that therapy has been instrumental in helping her cope with the disorder, emphasizing the importance of seeking help and support.
A.) Amy Schumer
B.) Taylor Swift
C.) Kristen Bell
What is C.) Kristen Bell
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BPD is "treatment-resistant" and recovery is impossible.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: While treatment may be difficult, there are several treatment and therapeutic strategies such as dialectical behavior therapy and mentalization that have shown great efficacy.
300
Pointing out how you feel the individual with BPD is wrong, trying to win the argument, or invalidating their feelings are natural responses to perceived irrational behavior.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: Try seeking to distract the individual by drawing their attention to a soothing activity (i.e., sipping water or tea, taking a walk, or encouraging them to breathe and do it with them). Talk to them about boundaries later when they are calm.
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There are only 250,000 people of color who suffer from BPD.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: There are at least 14 million members of the BPD tribe, and almost half of this population are people of color.
300
We aim to provide a stigma-free community for individuals with BPD.
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True: Our goal is to provide a safe place where individuals can show up as their authentic selves.
400
This 20-something-year-old singer admits she was really afraid to open up in the past because in the past she was always made fun of.
A.) Emma Chamberlain
B.) Kendall Jenner
C.) Madison Beer
What is C.) Madison Beer
400
When a person with BPD self harms, it is usually done away from others’ views so that their cuts and scars can be hidden underneath clothing.
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True: One of the symptoms of BPD is self-harm and suicidal behaviors, which may be mistaken for seeking attention. These self-destructive tendencies are in fact poor coping skills to self-soothe from emotional turmoil.
400
Avoid sarcasm or other tones that may be misunderstood
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True: Instead, try calm, neutral tones and slow down to allow the person a moment to process their feelings and what is being said to them.
400
As long as you have good medical coverage, individuals with BPD can get the help they need.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: Most insurance companies in the United States do not reimburse for personality disorder treatment. This can be a major obstacle to individuals seeking help for this serious disorder.
400
Press Pause, Inc. - The Human Grace Collective will refer you to specialists to receive career coaching or job support.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False. We actually have a certified career coach on our team, who provides weekly career coaching office hours via Zoom.
500
is an NFL wide receiver who has played professional football for the Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears, New York Jets, Seattle Seahawks, and several other teams. He holds the NFL record for most receptions in a single game with 21 catches. In fact, he has been very outspoken it and helped to spread awareness about mental illness. He is the founder of Project 365, an organization dedicated to educating others about mental health.
A.) Brandon Marshall
B.) Deon Sanders
C.) Walter Payton
What is A.) Brandon Marshall
500
People get BPD because of genetics.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: Research shows BPD is 50% due to an invalidating environment and 50% due to biological loading from genetics.
500
A person with BPD has trouble distinguishing real emotions from perceived ones and therefore has difficulty with handling stress in relationships.
A.) True
B.) False
What is A.) True: Stress includes rejections, criticism and disagreements. Be understanding of these emotional vulnerabilities and imagine how distressed they must be feeling to be reacting in that way.
500
BPD gets worse as you age.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: BPD can improve with age because you learn how to more effectively manage emotional dysregulation.
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50% of our proceeds go back to the organization, so we can continue to provide real-time services, like the venting line and bi-weekly support group.
A.) True
B.) False
What is B.) False: Actually, 100% of our proceeds go back to the organization.