Q. What is usually the outcome for a male that suffers from it? Think my boyfriend may have that and he is seeing a shrink.
I may have to leave him, cause he is so nasty violent and abusive, is there hope?
I may have to leave him, cause he is so nasty violent and abusive, is there hope?
A. I am taking this as it is in the DSM IV-TR. I am including a cautionary statement that is at the beginning of the Axis II section (Axis II is for personality disorders)
The specified diagnostic criteria for each mental disorder are offered as guidelines for making diagnoses, because it has been demonstrated that the use of such criteria enhances agreement among clinicians and investigators. The proper use of these criteria requires specialized clinical training that provides both a body of knowledge and clinical skills.
These diagnostic criteria and the DSM-IV Classification of mental disorders reflect a consensus of current formulations of evolving knowledge in our field. They do not encompass, however, all the conditions for which people may be treated or that may be appropriate topics for research efforts.
The purpose of DSM-IV is to provide clear descriptions of diagnostic categories in order to enable clinicians and investigators to diagnose, communicate about, study, and treat people with various mental disorders.
pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts, as indicated by five (or more) of the following:
(1) frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandonment.
Note: Do not include suicidal or self-mutilating behavior covered in Criterion 5.
(2) a pattern of unstable and intense interpersonal relationships characterized by alternating between extremes of idealization and devaluation
(3) identity disturbance: markedly and persistently unstable self-image or sense of self
(4) impulsivity in at least two areas that are potentially self-damaging (e.g., spending, sex, Substance Abuse, reckless driving, binge eating).
Note: Do not include suicidal or self-mutilating behavior covered in Criterion 5.
(5) recurrent suicidal behavior, gestures, or threats, or self-mutilating behavior
(6) affective instability due to a marked reactivity of mood (e.g., intense episodic dysphoria, irritability, or anxiety usually lasting a few hours and only rarely more than a few days)
(7) chronic feelings of emptiness
(8) inappropriate, intense anger or difficulty controlling anger (e.g., frequent displays of temper, constant anger, recurrent physical fights)
(9) transient, stress-related paranoid ideation or severe dissociative symptoms
The outcomes, male or female, depends on the person and if they are willing to work on their issues.
Many times males are "labeled" or diagnosed with anti-social disorder instead of BPD.
There are many websites on BPD if that is what your boyfriend is diagnosed with.
Some include -
www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/borderline-personality-disorder.shtml this is by the national institute of mental health
www.bpdresourcecenter.org/what.htm a good resource for just the facts
www.mayoclinic.com/health/borderline-personality-disorder/DS00442 the mayo clinic is an excellent source for all health related topics
www.BorderlinePersonalityDisorder.us this gives alot of information about how you can cope with knowing someone with BPD
www.mentalhealth.com/dis/p20-pe05.html give you more info on BPD and what it is like to be around someone with it
www.bpdworld.org/ gives you a chance to look at what people with BPD feel and say about having BPD
www.bpddemystified.com/ gives you some insight to what BPD is
I could keep going on with the website, you can do a web search for BPD and find these plus many more. Be careful what you look at because not everything on the web is true, factual, or even reasonable.
The specified diagnostic criteria for each mental disorder are offered as guidelines for making diagnoses, because it has been demonstrated that the use of such criteria enhances agreement among clinicians and investigators. The proper use of these criteria requires specialized clinical training that provides both a body of knowledge and clinical skills.
These diagnostic criteria and the DSM-IV Classification of mental disorders reflect a consensus of current formulations of evolving knowledge in our field. They do not encompass, however, all the conditions for which people may be treated or that may be appropriate topics for research efforts.
The purpose of DSM-IV is to provide clear descriptions of diagnostic categories in order to enable clinicians and investigators to diagnose, communicate about, study, and treat people with various mental disorders.
pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts, as indicated by five (or more) of the following:
(1) frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandonment.
Note: Do not include suicidal or self-mutilating behavior covered in Criterion 5.
(2) a pattern of unstable and intense interpersonal relationships characterized by alternating between extremes of idealization and devaluation
(3) identity disturbance: markedly and persistently unstable self-image or sense of self
(4) impulsivity in at least two areas that are potentially self-damaging (e.g., spending, sex, Substance Abuse, reckless driving, binge eating).
Note: Do not include suicidal or self-mutilating behavior covered in Criterion 5.
(5) recurrent suicidal behavior, gestures, or threats, or self-mutilating behavior
(6) affective instability due to a marked reactivity of mood (e.g., intense episodic dysphoria, irritability, or anxiety usually lasting a few hours and only rarely more than a few days)
(7) chronic feelings of emptiness
(8) inappropriate, intense anger or difficulty controlling anger (e.g., frequent displays of temper, constant anger, recurrent physical fights)
(9) transient, stress-related paranoid ideation or severe dissociative symptoms
The outcomes, male or female, depends on the person and if they are willing to work on their issues.
Many times males are "labeled" or diagnosed with anti-social disorder instead of BPD.
There are many websites on BPD if that is what your boyfriend is diagnosed with.
Some include -
www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/borderline-personality-disorder.shtml this is by the national institute of mental health
www.bpdresourcecenter.org/what.htm a good resource for just the facts
www.mayoclinic.com/health/borderline-personality-disorder/DS00442 the mayo clinic is an excellent source for all health related topics
www.BorderlinePersonalityDisorder.us this gives alot of information about how you can cope with knowing someone with BPD
www.mentalhealth.com/dis/p20-pe05.html give you more info on BPD and what it is like to be around someone with it
www.bpdworld.org/ gives you a chance to look at what people with BPD feel and say about having BPD
www.bpddemystified.com/ gives you some insight to what BPD is
I could keep going on with the website, you can do a web search for BPD and find these plus many more. Be careful what you look at because not everything on the web is true, factual, or even reasonable.
I can't stop eating and always crave sugary and fatty foods?
Q. I used to eat really healthily and I exercise quite alot but over the last 3-4 months I have been eating non stop! I have gained 2 stone and I keep trying to not binge but I only last about 2-3 days before I find something sugary or fatty.
I eat untill I feel like i'm going to be sick, fullness does not stop me at all!
What is this and do you have any tips for stopping this?
Thanks.
I eat untill I feel like i'm going to be sick, fullness does not stop me at all!
What is this and do you have any tips for stopping this?
Thanks.
A. It could be a side effect of a medication. I am reading a good book. The Mayo Clinic Diabetes Diet. Am not that, but it is quite informative. Clean out your house of junk. Substitute with vegetables and fruit. Work up to 10000 steps a day. Medical care is no fun. It makes you dependent on others.
How long does drunk last?
Q. Two nights ago I drank a whole bottle of gin by myself on a dare. I don't remember anything from that night. I was told I vomited a lot and blacked out. Yesterday I felt the effects of it still. I haven't eaten anything since then except two slices of toast. Will it keep on today?
A. You are lucky you didn't get alcohol poisoning... or maybe you did. You were lucky. Alcohol poisoning can lead to coma and death.
Drink all the water you can stand. Try to eat something. Time is the only thing that works.
You could also check with a doctors office. As alcohol poisoning is a very serious thing.
Definition
By Mayo Clinic staff
Alcohol poisoning is a serious â and sometimes deadly â consequence of drinking large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time. Drinking too much too quickly can affect your breathing, heart rate and gag reflex and potentially lead to coma and death.
Binge drinking â rapidly downing five or more drinks in a row â is a main cause of alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning can also occur when you accidentally or intentionally drink household products that contain alcohol.
A person with alcohol poisoning needs immediate medical attention. If you suspect someone has alcohol poisoning, call for emergency medical help right away.
Alcohol poisoning treatment consists of providing breathing support and intravenous fluids and vitamins until the alcohol is completely out of the body.
Drink all the water you can stand. Try to eat something. Time is the only thing that works.
You could also check with a doctors office. As alcohol poisoning is a very serious thing.
Definition
By Mayo Clinic staff
Alcohol poisoning is a serious â and sometimes deadly â consequence of drinking large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time. Drinking too much too quickly can affect your breathing, heart rate and gag reflex and potentially lead to coma and death.
Binge drinking â rapidly downing five or more drinks in a row â is a main cause of alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning can also occur when you accidentally or intentionally drink household products that contain alcohol.
A person with alcohol poisoning needs immediate medical attention. If you suspect someone has alcohol poisoning, call for emergency medical help right away.
Alcohol poisoning treatment consists of providing breathing support and intravenous fluids and vitamins until the alcohol is completely out of the body.
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