Description

In this interview, Professor Michael Kaess speaks with Louisa, a former adolescent patient diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Louisa shares her journey through therapy, discussing the impact of her diagnosis and the challenges of social stigma. She highlights the importance of peer support, family understanding, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in her recovery. Louisa also emphasizes the need for mental health professionals to address how social media influences young people's perceptions of serious disorders like BPD.

Learning Objectives

A. To understand the impact of receiving a Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) diagnosis from the perspective of an adolescent patient.

B. To recognize the role of peer support, family involvement, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in managing BPD.

C. To explore the influence of social media on young people's perceptions of serious mental health disorders and the importance of addressing these perceptions in clinical practice.

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