I will be regularly answering questions for this Website about the topics of Borderline Personality Disorder and other related topics in my new book "Biological Unhappiness."

Please look at the FAQ (frequently asked questions) prior to submitting a question. The Site Index will assist you in finding additional information. Although I wish I could, I cannot answer every question, but will try to answer at least 20 new questions per month. There will be a Current Month and Last Month section before they are placed into the archives. Please be concise. Long questions cannot be answered.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Borderline Personality Disorder

• What is the BPD?
• Is it my fault?
• How do I inform someone that he/she has the BPD?
• What should I do if I have the BPD?
• Is counseling necessary?
• What can I do to help my child who has the BPD?
• What can I do to keep my children from getting the BPD?
• What medications are successful at treating the BPD, and what about side effects?
• How is the BPD diagnosed and can it be diagnosed in children?
• Is the BPD a character disorder?
• Why are borderlines self-destructive?
• Are borderlines pathological liars?
• What's the difference between bipolar and the BPD?
• Who can I see to help me with the BPD?
• What legal issues are involved with the BPD?
• What do I do if I'm concerned that my ex-spouse has the BPD and I'm concerned about its effects on our children?
• Can being raised by a parent with the BPD cause problems?
• Drs. & Therapists Who Treat BPDs

Disclaimer by Leland M. Heller, M.D.:

"My purpose is to give information to both help the individual and other readers. I can not, and am not, assuming the role of your physician in any answer I make.

I also do not know your other medical problems and psychiatric diagnoses, which usually have a dramatic effect on medication (and other treatment) recommendations. You must make a medical and treatment plan with your physician and therapist(s).

I frequently recommend some books and tapes to help individuals. Zig Ziglar's tapes are particularly useful ('How to Stay Motivated' - 1-800-527-0306), and in my experience borderlines who listen every day to Ziglar do the best. I receive no monetary compensation for any of these recommendations."

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