Borderline Personality Disorder

Overview

Borderline Personality Disorder is a mental health condition characterized by pervasive patterns of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, emotions, and marked impulsivity. Research published in this journal addresses several dimensions relevant to understanding and treating this disorder and related psychological phenomena. Studies have examined the role of mental functions and autobiographical memory in adolescent identity development, exploring how these processes may help prevent identity diffusion, aggressiveness, and depression—features closely associated with borderline pathology. Additional work has investigated cognitive-analytic therapy as a treatment modality for women with co-occurring conditions including post-traumatic stress disorder, a diagnosis frequently comorbid with borderline personality disorder. The journal has also published research on innovative therapeutic approaches for suicide prevention and treatment, addressing a critical concern given the elevated suicide risk in this population. Further contributions have explored the symptom profiles of individuals with complex trauma histories using standardized assessment instruments. This body of work matters because borderline personality disorder significantly impairs functioning and quality of life, and understanding its developmental origins, comorbidities, and effective interventions remains essential for improving clinical outcomes.

Research published in this journal

6 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 6 articles above have been cited 2 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• Intergenerational transmission of childhood interpersonal trauma in adults entering therapy for intimate partner violence: The role of identity diffusion
  2025 · Child Abuse & Neglect
• Intergenerational transmission of childhood interpersonal trauma in adults entering therapy for intimate partner violence: The role of identity diffusion
  2025 · Child Abuse & Neglect

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