Object relations theory has been useful in understanding borderline personality disorder, and from this theoretical orientation have emerged effective approaches to its treatment. However, treatment based on the object relations model has tended to emphasize only the structural …
The book offers a conceptual model of BPD, a treatment model and an array of methods and techniques for treating BPD clients. It covers treatment planning, the therapeutic relationships, cognitive and behavioural techniques, specific strategies, behavioural pattern breaking and …
Though much progress has been made in developing specialist psychosocial treatments for borderline personality disorder (BPD), the majority of people with BPD receive treatment within generalist mental health services. This is a practical evidence-based guide on how to help peop…