Symptoms
What were the two core BPD symptoms discussed?
Emotional dysregulation and Impulsivity
Belsky et al. (2012) found that environmental influences have greater impact on children whose families...?
Had a history of mental illness
What are the four modules for DBT?
Emotional regulation, distress tolerance, Mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness
What are the three possible pharmacological treatment options?
Antipsychotics, Mood Stabilizers, and Antidepressants
What is said to be a hallmark symptom of BPD?
Self-Harm
It can promote instability and the formation of unstable interpersonal relationships
What is a tool used in DBT for individuals to help track of daily emotional patterns?
Diary card
What are the three barriers to finding successful pharmacological treatment?
Suicidal attempts, compliance with treatment, small sample size, short duration of the study.
What type of impulsivity is prominent in people with BPD?
Choice Impulsivity
The severity of childhood sexual abuse, other forms of childhood abuse and childhood neglect
Who's theory is DBT based off of and what was it's main point?
Dr. Linehan's theory of BDP's emotional dysregulation. How people who live with BPD have a hard time regulating emotions as per bio/environmental factors in their childhood.
What does lithium carbonate do in regards to BPD symptoms?
Reduces Manic and depressive episodes
Hypersensitivity, hyperintensity and difficulty controlling emotions
Which attachment pattern is usually found in BPD patients?
Disorganized attachment
What were other treatments were introduced briefly at the beginning?
Transference focused and Mentalization therapy.
How do antidepressants work in the body?
Enhance monoamine function by blocking reuptake from the synapse