Ep 14: BPD Part 2: Fear of Abandonment, Psychosis, and Dissociation

Personality Couch

In our second episode of the Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) series, we discuss how this condition manifests in relationships and clinical practice. We explore the pervasive patterns of instability, fear of abandonment, and the role of attachment theory in understanding BPD, while also touching on psychosis and dissociation. Our conversation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with BPD in their relationships and the dynamics that arise in therapeutic settings. We further emphasize the importance of understanding the multifaceted nature of BPD and the need for compassionate approaches in treatment.

Chapters

00:00 Borderline DSM Symptoms Overview
04:09 First Signs and Symptoms in Treatment
07:45 Fear of Abandonment and Its Impact
09:56 Attachment Theory and BPD
16:58 Fear of Abandonment and the Dynamics of Therapy
24:39 Episodes of Psychosis and Dissociation in BPD
30:43 Conclusion

Book Referenced:

• 1984 Borderline Book- John Gunderson, M.D.: https://www.amazon.com/Borderline-Personality-Disorder-John-Gunderson/dp/0880480203

Other Resources:

• BPD: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/borderline-personality-disorder/index.shtml
• BPD: https://www.nami.org/learn-more/mental-health-conditions/borderline-personality-disorder
• BPD: https://www.borderlinepersonalitydisorder.org/