1. [Update on Current Care Guideline: Borderline personality disorder].
- Author
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Korkeila J, Kantojärvi L, Koivisto M, Karlsson H, Keinänen M, Lindeman S, Nikkilä H, Stenberg JH, Taiminen T, Jousilahti P, and Tuunainen A
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- Benzodiazepines, Contraindications, Humans, Practice Guidelines as Topic, Antipsychotic Agents therapeutic use, Borderline Personality Disorder therapy, Psychotherapy methods, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors therapeutic use
- Abstract
Borderline personality disorder is a severe disorder that increases disability to a considerable extent. Emotional instability, difficulties in regulating behavior and interpersonal relationships are essential features of the disorder. Borderline personality disorder has a more favorable course than previously thought. Dialectic behavioral therapy, cognitive therapy, mentalization therapy and transference-focused psychotherapy seem to be effective. Hospital treatment should be carried out primarily in day hospital settings. Antipsychotics and mood stabilizers may be used for a range of symptoms. SSRIs may be useful in the treatment of impulsivity and aggression. Benzodiazepines should be avoided.
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- 2015