BPD Resources & Support
Comprehensive resources for borderline personality disorder treatment, support, and education. Find professional help, support groups, and educational materials to support your BPD journey.
🚨 Crisis Resources - Get Help Now
If you're having thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please reach out for immediate help.
🇺🇸 United States
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
- Emergency Services: 911
🌍 International
- International Association for Suicide Prevention: Crisis Centers
- Befrienders Worldwide: Find Local Support
- Crisis Text Line (UK): Text SHOUT to 85258
- Samaritans (UK): 116 123
Professional BPD Treatment Resources
🏥 Treatment Centers
- McLean Hospital BPD Program
Belmont, MA - Specialized BPD treatment and research
mcleanhospital.org - Menninger Clinic
Houston, TX - Comprehensive BPD treatment programs
menninger.edu - NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
New York, NY - BPD specialty services
nyp.org
👨⚕️ Find a Therapist
- Psychology Today
Search for BPD specialists in your area
psychologytoday.com - DBT Self Help
Find DBT therapists and programs
dbtselfhelp.com - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Local mental health resources
nami.org
🧠 Therapy Types for BPD
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Gold standard treatment specifically designed for BPD - Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT)
Focuses on understanding thoughts and feelings - Schema Therapy
Addresses deep-rooted patterns and beliefs - Transference-Focused Psychotherapy (TFP)
Psychodynamic approach for BPD treatment
💊 Medication Resources
While no medication specifically treats BPD, some may help with co-occurring conditions:
- • Antidepressants for depression and anxiety
- • Mood stabilizers for emotional regulation
- • Antipsychotics for severe symptoms
- • Always consult with a psychiatrist for medication decisions
BPD Support Groups & Communities
🤝 Online Support Communities
- BPD Central
Comprehensive BPD resource and support community
bpdcentral.com - DBT Self Help
DBT skills and peer support
dbtselfhelp.com - Reddit BPD Community
Active peer support forum
r/BPD - 7 Cups
Free emotional support and counseling
7cups.com
🏢 In-Person Support Groups
- NAMI Support Groups
Local chapters nationwide
Find Local NAMI Groups - DBT Skills Groups
Many therapy centers offer group DBT sessions - Mental Health America
Local mental health support groups
mhanational.org - Hospital-Based Groups
Many hospitals offer BPD support groups
Educational Resources for BPD
📚 Books & Publications
- "I Hate You--Don't Leave Me" by Jerold J. Kreisman
- "The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook" by Matthew McKay
- "Sometimes I Act Crazy" by Jerold J. Kreisman
- "Mindfulness for Borderline Personality Disorder" by Blaise Aguirre
- "The Buddha and the Borderline" by Kiera Van Gelder
🎥 Videos & Courses
- DBT Skills Training Videos - YouTube educational content
- NAMI Educational Programs - Free mental health education
- Coursera Mental Health Courses - Online learning platforms
- TED Talks on Mental Health - Inspiring and educational talks
- Mindfulness Apps - Headspace, Calm, Insight Timer
🔬 Research & Organizations
- National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) - Latest BPD research
- Borderline Personality Disorder Research Foundation
- International Society for the Study of Personality Disorders
- American Psychiatric Association - BPD guidelines
- Journal of Personality Disorders - Academic research
Resources for Family & Friends
👨👩👧👦 Family Support
- NAMI Family Support Groups
Support for families affected by mental illness - Family Connections Program
12-week program for families of people with BPD - "Stop Walking on Eggshells"
Essential book for BPD family members - BPD Family Support Groups
Online and in-person support for families
💡 Understanding BPD
- BPD Education Programs
Learn about BPD symptoms and treatment - Communication Strategies
How to communicate effectively with someone with BPD - Self-Care for Caregivers
Maintaining your own mental health - Crisis Planning
How to handle BPD crisis situations
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