Tiktakers, we know many of you love to learn about the different syndromes and disorders
that affect human beings, and so, we continue to research about them to bring you more videos
like this one!
And not only that, but we also have the goal of helping people better understand those
who suffer from those disorders, so we can all help them integrate into society.
Today we'll be talking about the Borderline Personality Disorder.
This one has kind of a long name, but don't worry – we'll be taking it bit by bit.
First of all, what is "personality"?
Surely you understand what it is, but it can be difficult to define.
We basically call "personality" the group of psychological traits which form our inner
universe of feelings and knowledge.
Our personality make us behave in a particular way, and thus, it also affects how we interact
with other people, and even with ourselves.
So far so good, right tiktakers?
Well, now let's talk about personality disorders.
We say someone has a personality disorder when their behavior causes them troubles in
life.
Such disorders could manifest as self-esteem issues, or as having trouble interacting with
other people in a normal way, or as understanding feelings in a non-healthy way.
In this particular case, the Borderline Personality Disorder is characterized by emotional instability
and impulsivity, both in relationships with other people, as well as the behaviors or
self-image the patient has towards themselves.
This disorder is also referred to as Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, or Emotional
Regulation Disorder.
Someone who suffers from this mental condition can have episodes of anger, depression, and
anxiety, which can last from a few hours to many days.
The first symptoms tend to appear during the teenage years, or as soon as the adult life
starts, although in rare cases the symptoms can appear way earlier.
The ones affected by this disorder tend to see things in extreme ways: Either everything
is wonderful, or everything is terrible.
And the opinions they have of other people can be not only extreme, but also very volatile:
Today they can be your best friends, and hate your guts the next day!
Thus, it's common for them to have intense and unstable relationships.
Moreover, they also experience an excessive fear of abandonment, sometimes for no apparent
reason.
That impulsivity we mentioned before can lead to harmful behaviors such as buying things
like crazy, driving recklessly, binge eating, and others.
And as we were saying before tiktakers, they also tend to experience self-esteem issues,
which can lead to self-harm in the most extreme cases.
People with Borderline Personality Disorder can experience all of these issues in different
degrees: Some patients could be suffering from all of them to a point, while others
could be experiencing only one or two issues.
The causes of this disorder are not fully known yet, although research conducted by
experts point to genetic, environmental, and social factors.
For instance, if a person grows in a dysfunctional family, or has suffered from severe traumas,
they could be more prone to develop this disorder.
And as always, if you have experienced any of these issues, or they keep affecting you
in your everyday life, you should definitely tell your doctor – they will help you get
on the right track.
And on the other hand, if you know anyone who suffers from this disorder, remember to
be emphatic, and patient, with them.
Helping them feel better will likely make you feel good as well!
The Borderline Personality Disorder affects both men and women at a mostly equal rate,
although it's more common for the women who suffer from it to seek help.
And fortunately, the symptoms of this disorder can be reduced with time, and proper treatment.
So, if you suffer from this disorder, don't feel alone or abandoned – there is help
available to you, so don't despair!
Thank you all for watching, tiktakers!