RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Borderline personality disorder
JF Canadian Medical Association Journal
JO CMAJ
FD Canadian Medical Association
SP 1579
OP 1583
DO 10.1503/cmaj.045281
VO 172
IS 12
A1 Paris, Joel
YR 2005
UL http://www.cmaj.ca/content/172/12/1579.abstract
AB BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER is a chronic psychiatric disorder characterized by marked impulsivity, instability of mood and interpersonal relationships, and suicidal behaviour that can complicate medical care. Identifying this diagnosis is important for treatment planning. Although the cause of borderline personality disorder is uncertain, most patients improve with time. There is an evidence base for treatment using both psychotherapy and psychopharmacology. The clinical challenge centres on managing chronic suicidality.