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Topic Tuesday **Closed ** Debunking the myths of BPD

NikNikSenior Contributor

Topic Tuesday **Closed ** Debunking the myths of BPD

Borderline Personality Disorder is a mental illness that is often misunderstood, and burdened with heavy stigma. Quite often people place it in the 'too hard' basket labelling the disorder as impossible to treat. This Topic Tuesday we want to debunk myths just like these.

For this month's session, I'm pleased to announce that will have Sonia Neale, the SANE recipient of the Hocking Fellowship, joining us to talk about BPD. Sonia has a wealth of knowledge, not only from professional expertise and her own research on BPD, but she also brings her own lived experience that informs her approach to work. She is a great example of the knowledge and expertise that exists within lived experiences.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9DE_78jN1Y

So come along Tuesday 15 September 7-9pm AEST to help us debunk the myths and reveal the facts about BPD.

Click like if you're going to be there!

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JacquesSenior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

Thank you so much @BlueButterfly50 & @CherryBomb, you have answered so many questions for me, i will do a lot of research now, i have never been diagnosed, but from what you have explained to me, you have helped me understand my mind more, and understand my condition.

Thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me and others on the forum, i for one am so greatful for your time

Jacques

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BlueButterfly50Senior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

What was involved was getting my life together with the right job that I loved (mental health), doing yoga, bike riding, walking, getting involved in my own life. She said she would never abandon me and she never did. I had to trust her with my life and we worked on merging, attachment and she promised me she would be there in text and email until I could separate. I did it gradually over time, years. I had to trust myself to be alone in my thoughts. I had to learn her life was not perfect and that she was not the golden parent who would make my life perfect. I did mature, my brain developed through neuroplasticity. I had enough good enough experiences with her to hold her in my heart, where she will always be even if I never see her again. I had to have compassion for me.

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CherryBombSenior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

You're most welcome @Jacques, glad you gained some insights into your self tonight. - thanks for popping by.

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Kate70Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday **Happening Now ** Debunking the myths of BPD

Thanks @BlueButterfly50 Very useful links & tops for carers.I'll definitely be following up the latest research too.Much appreciated Thanks!

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BlueButterfly50Senior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

I also studied psychology like crazy. I spent all my spare time researching BPD, attachment and abandonment issues till I got an intellectual understanding of psychodynamic concepts. I gained knowledge which was power and then reflected on this and intertwined this with my life history..

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FMCNew Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday **Happening Now ** Debunking the myths of BPD

You are not alone. This sounds like our family too. I keep hoping that the next therapist will be the one my daughter will connect with. Hope keeps us going.

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BlueButterfly50Senior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

I'm sorry to hear that, people can be quite ignorant of how this feels for us.

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BlueButterfly50Senior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

Find another therapist, some of them bulk bill. Don't base your experience on just one. Phone them and have a chat about what they charge. Some give a discount. Mine does.

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CherryBombSenior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

One more question @BlueButterfly50 (from me). Any suggestions about how to find an ideal therapist or supports for both carers and people with lived experience?

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BlueButterfly50Senior Contributor

Re: Topic Tuesday / 15 September / Debunking the myths of BPD

It's my pleasure. I get a lot of joy out of helping others understand BPD. It's my life's work.
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