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A Mission For Michael (AMFM) has mental health treatment facilities in California, Washington, and Virginia. Our borderline personality treatment combines psychotherapy and medication-assisted treatment in some cases. We will review the signs and symptoms of borderline personality disorder in addition to commonly used treatment approaches for this mental health condition.
In addition to borderline personality disorder treatment, AMFM provides comprehensive care for other mental health conditions, including dual diagnosis. Our treatment facilities combine the use of holistic options and specialized counseling services to help you reduce psychological distress and improve your emotional health and wellbeing.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can cause emotional dysregulation, mood instability, interpersonal conflicts, and impulsive behavior. Over time, symptoms of borderline personality disorder can cause feelings of chronic emptiness and identity disturbance. As a trauma-related disorder, fear of abandonment is also common.
Because of the intense emotional experiences, those living with bipolar disorder have a heightened risk for suicide and self-destructive behaviors. BPD is easily misunderstood, with people being viewed as dramatic and attention-seeking. This is a complex mental health condition that can look different for everyone. Borderline personality disorder in women is more common than in men, with research indicating a three-to-one ratio. Borderline personality disorder in men may not be as common, but it can be as intense and more stigmatized.
Borderline personality disorder causes cannot be narrowed down to a single factor or experience. BPD is believed to result from multiple factors. This includes a genetic predisposition, an imbalance of the natural chemicals in your brain, differences in brain structure, a history of trauma and abuse, and exposure to long-term fear or distress as a child. With proper treatment and support, you can learn to cope with and navigate your BPD symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Symptoms and signs of borderline personality disorder can vary from person to person, but they do share some characteristics. Symptoms of borderline personality disorder often become apparent in late teenage years or early adulthood and may be triggered by a high-stress or traumatic event. Symptoms tend to decrease in intensity over time.
The most notable symptom associated with BPD is emotional instability. Emotions are intense, creating challenges for coping with BPD symptoms. One of the factors that contribute to this is a deep-rooted fear of abandonment. Many people living with BPD have a hard time being alone. This can lead to developing strong connections with others quickly or keeping people at arm’s length to avoid getting hurt.
Symptoms associated with BPD make it challenging to maintain healthy relationships. The combination of mood swings, intense emotions, and a fear of abandonment make it hard to establish healthy boundaries and communication patterns. You may find yourself struggling to know who you are. Your likes, dislikes, interests, and hobbies may change often and may be influenced by those around you. Low self-esteem is a contributing factor to this. Because your interests and likes shift, you may engage in self-sabotage behaviors as a way to get out of whatever situation or relationship you were losing interest in.
Mood changes, impulsive behaviors, and self-harm behaviors are common symptoms of BPD. Anger, fear, anxiety, sadness, and love are emotions that are difficult to sit with and manage if you’re living with a borderline personality disorder. This can contribute to a lasting sense of emptiness and anger management difficulties.
Outpatient costs for borderline personality disorder average between $100 to $200 for individual therapy sessions. Those who participate in specialized programs may have treatment expenses up to $3,000. A general rule of thumb is that outpatient treatment is more affordable than inpatient treatment costs.
Inpatient treatment costs can range from $500 to $2,000 per day, based on the care that you receive. Contact treatment providers directly for a personalized quote. AMFM admission counselors can help you determine the best way to pay for BPD treatment.
A Mission For Michael (AMFM) provides confidential and free mental health assessments for borderline personality disorder and other mental health conditions. Our assessments look at your current symptoms and the challenges they’re causing you. This allows us to provide you with personalized treatment recommendations.
You may be able to find free quizzes for mental health conditions like BPD. These are often generic and not reviewed by mental health professionals. Err with caution and contact AMFM Mental Health Treatment Center by calling us now.
Among those living with a borderline personality disorder diagnosis, there are notable differences in their emotional experiences and behaviors. Borderline personality is a complex mental health condition that has several subtypes. Some of the common subtypes of borderline personality disorder include:
In addition to traditional symptoms like emotional instability, the impulsive subtype of borderline personality disorder can contribute to difficulties in controlling your emotions, which leads to impulsivity. Symptoms associated with this form of BPD can include self-harm, reckless activities, and aggressive behaviors. Low self-esteem, fear of abandonment, and hypersensitivity to criticism can also be present.
Quiet BPD often causes internalization of your symptoms. You may blame yourself or suppress your emotions. You still experience mood swings, but it may be hard for others to pick up on. You may also carry guilt and shame. Characteristics shared with borderline personality disorder include feeling numb or empty and engaging in self-harm behaviors.
Those living with high-functioning BPD can manage their daily responsibilities while experiencing emotional instability. You may be able to disguise or mask your symptoms to make them invisible to those around you. You may lack some of the typical outward borderline personality disorder symptoms like aggression and self-harm behaviors.
Exhibitionist BPD can include impulsive, dramatic, and attention-seeking actions or behaviors. You may rely on others for validation and act provocatively to receive attention or approval from others. It is also common to experience emotional outbursts stemming from a deep-rooted fear of abandonment.
Those living with petulant borderline personality disorder may experience extreme stubbornness, impulsivity, and mood swings when feeling unappreciated. You may feel resentful or struggle with an inward feeling of helplessness that contributes to intense anger. You may find yourself feeling frustrated or unsatisfied within your relationships.
The discouraged presentation of borderline personality disorder resembles quiet BPD. With this expression, you may internalize your emotions and rely on others for validation. This often resembles traits of avoidant and dependent personality disorder. You may also struggle with helplessness and your self-esteem.
A Mission For Michael offers individualized and holistic treatment programs for those living with borderline personality disorder. Among our various treatment facilities, we provide unique treatment experiences to enhance traditional approaches. We encourage you to call (866) 478-4383 to explore our borderline personality treatment options.
Borderline personality disorder treatment comes in a range of intensities and frequencies. Treatment programs for BPD can include a variety of behavioral health treatments to ensure that you receive the support you need for BPD recovery. Commonly used treatment options for borderline personality disorder include:
To address and respect individual differences, there are a variety of therapies that can be used in borderline personality disorder treatment programs. Therapies have the same goal of helping you learn to cope with and manage your symptoms so that you can decrease symptoms. Commonly used therapies and approaches for borderline personality disorder include emotional support therapy along with:
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive therapy that includes mindfulness practices. This approach was developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan for specifically treating borderline personality disorder. With DBT, you will learn skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving your interpersonal connections. This can decrease unhealthy and self-destructive behaviors and strengthen your relationships.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most common therapeutic approaches. CBT can help you recognize unhealthy or negative thoughts and how they affect your emotional instability and impulsive behaviors. CBT includes behavior modification, problem-solving, and other structured techniques. This approach may be used in residential and outpatient treatment programs.
Family-Focused Therapy (FFT) can improve your family’s support and communication skills. Psychoeducation is used to bring awareness to BPD stigma and provide an understanding of BPD symptoms and recovery. This approach can help resolve conflicts and misunderstandings while creating a supportive and safe family dynamic for all involved.
Mindfulness-based therapy can teach you ways to stay grounded in the present moment so that you’re able to respond to your emotions while being non-judgmental. This can help reduce impulsivity and improve your ability to regulate your emotions. Emotional balance is achieved with acceptance and the use of healthy coping skills.
Music and art therapy are creative therapies that give you an alternative way to explore your thoughts and feelings. This can be helpful if it’s difficult to talk about your experience or find the right words to describe your thoughts and feelings. Art and music therapy can improve emotion regulation, be relaxing, and give you a new form of self-expression.
Group therapy is commonly used in borderline personality disorder treatment programs, including both inpatient and outpatient treatment. Group therapy provides you with a safe space to connect with peers who can relate to your experiences. This can be a validating experience that provides you with new ideas on how to manage your BPD symptoms.
Transference-Focused Psychotherapy (TFP) uses the therapist-client relationship to understand your symptoms and how they affect your behaviors. TFP combines psychodynamic therapy with structure and limit-setting, which can help you gain a more profound understanding of yourself by addressing unconscious feelings. In turn, this can help improve your interpersonal relationships.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) will help you work to stop using avoidance behaviors and accept your difficult or uncomfortable emotions. Treatment aligns with your values so that you can find new meaning in your daily life, even when you’re experiencing BPD symptoms.
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We accept most major insurance providers and can check your coverage levels for you.
If we are not an appropriate provider for care, we will assist in finding a care provider that can help.
Commercial insurance providers generally provide insurance coverage for borderline personality disorder treatment. The coverage that you receive depends on your current symptoms and the details of your insurance plan. Most insurance carriers offer a range of services, products, and services to give policyholders a choice about their plans.
Differences are commonly found in coverage rates, deductibles, copayments, limitations, exclusions, and required authorizations. A Mission For Michael (AMFM) can help you understand the details of your coverage if you complete our insurance verification form.
The 2010 Affordable Care Act is a piece of current legislation that requires commercial insurance companies to provide coverage for some mental health treatment programs. Coverage generally includes residential and outpatient treatment. Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Humana, Magellan, and UnitedHealthcare are just a few examples of insurance providers that offer coverage for behavioral health treatment.
You can learn about the scope of your coverage by reviewing your policy documents or contacting A Mission For Michael (AMFM) at (866) 478-4383.
The admission process for borderline personality disorder treatment with an AMFM Mental Health Treatment Center is straightforward. There may be small differences among our different locations, but the core components are the same. The basic flow for our BPD treatment admission is as follows:
There are several steps required to find the treatment you need for your borderline personality disorder symptoms. To help you get started, we have created a brief guide with steps that can help you in your search. Try using some of the following steps:
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