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I’m Still Here
"Even though I’m still struggling and sometimes seeing my future can be hard, I am determined to live the life I’ve been given." -
My Pastor is My Hero
"I know I can be a lot to handle, especially when my moods are out of control. I’ve had people tell me that they just couldn’t handle it anymore. Yet, there’s one person who has stuck by me through the good, bad and ugly: my pastor, Robby." -
NAMI’s Ask the Expert Webinar: Understanding Self–Harm
Held on International Self-Injury Awareness Day 2018, this webinar provides a unique insight into self-harm for those struggling with self-harm, their family members and medical professionals. -
Why Borderline Personality Disorder is Misdiagnosed
BPD is one of the most commonly misdiagnosed mental health conditions. It’s so misdiagnosed, in fact, that there isn’t even an accurate prevalence rate for the condition. -
My Demise and Rise
After being correctly diagnosed, learning about it and seeing an amazing therapist once a week, I am proud to say that I have been self-harm free for about two years and am slowly recovering.
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Living with Mental Health Conditions
I live with severe depression and anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and borderline personality disorder. Out of all of them, BPD affects my life the most.
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BPD Diagnosis and Confusion
I read that BPD was a mess to treat, that most professionals didn’t want to have to see people with BPD and that people with BPD were usually seen as treatment-resistant, difficult, overtly hostile and manipulative. Was that really me?
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The Stigma Associated with Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder is one of the field’s most misunderstood, misdiagnosed and stigmatized conditions. Studies show that even some mental health professionals have stigmatizing views about BPD. Learn more here. -
Supporting Yourself is a Must While Supporting Your Loved One
A person with BPD may behave in a way that’s hard to understand. When symptoms flare, you may feel as though your relationship is falling apart. You may even feel personally attacked and extremely confused. If you’re feeling lost, here are a few suggestions on how you can help yourself. -
Supporting Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder
For those helping a loved one manage BPD: Yes, their symptoms will most likely affect you and your relationship won’t always be easy. However, your stable, reassuring presence in the life of someone experiencing BPD can help them get better.