Managing Borderline Personality Disorder: Advice from Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen
When someone you love suffers from borderline personality disorder, it can cause chaos, trauma, and trust issues in your own life. In this episode of The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give tips and advice for how to cope with these highly combustible relationships.
Imagine living with the emotional rollercoaster that comes with loving someone who has borderline personality disorder (BPD). In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen tackle the complexities of dealing with BPD in relationships. They offer practical tips and heartfelt advice to help navigate these challenging dynamics. Dr. Daniel and Tana kick things off by addressing the chaos and trauma that BPD can bring into the lives of loved ones.
They emphasize the importance of setting clear boundaries and seeking external support to protect one's emotional well-being. The Amens advocate for a multi-faceted approach to treatment, highlighting therapies like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and the role of medication in optimizing brain function. One of the key points they discuss is the stigma surrounding BPD. The hosts offer strategies to overcome this stigma, such as educating oneself and others about the condition.
They also recommend Valerie Porr's book 'Overcoming Borderline Personality Disorder: A Family Guide to Healing and Change' as a valuable resource. Throughout the episode, Dr. Daniel and Tana stress the significance of acknowledging any underlying trauma that may have contributed to BPD. They discuss ways to prevent this trauma from affecting future generations, aiming to break the cycle of pain.
Whether you're directly affected by BPD or supporting someone who is, this episode provides a wealth of practical advice and emotional support. Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen's compassionate approach offers hope and guidance for managing the ups and downs of relationships impacted by BPD.