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| victims of borderline abuse: Do You Still Love Me? Te-Erika Patterson, 2020-09-26 Have you been a victim of abuse and now you are afraid to allow someone to love you? Do you instinctively expect that the world is out to hurt you? Do you feel as though everyone hates you? Do you often wish you would die?These are all common thoughts of abuse victims with Borderline Personality Disorder. I am one of them. I have lived with this mentality for more than 20 years. I wrote this book as a source of comfort for myself and for others with BPD. In it I openly recognize that Borderline Personality Disorder is a result of trauma from abuse. I challenge the most negative beliefs that we harbor in our minds and I remind us that healing is possible even if we don't believe we deserve it.Special Note About the Reviews: Please take note of the reviews left by an organized group of people with BPD who have never read my book and vowed to discredit my work based on rumors that are untrue. Their reviews reflect the heart of Borderline Personality Disorder; an impulse to viciously attack those who show they care. I cared enough to create wisdom for managing the symptoms of BPD and without even taking the time to seek the truth, they are intentionally trying to hurt my efforts. Read the book and then read the reviews and you will see for yourself. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Stop Walking on Eggshells Paul T. Mason, Randi Kreger, 2010 Discusses the signs and symptoms of borderline personality disorder and explains how the families and friends of patients can cope with BPD behavior while taking care of themselves. |
| victims of borderline abuse: The Fate of Borderline Patients Michael H. Stone, 1990-05-04 Providing a cost-effective treatment model that is respectful of patients' needs, their strengths, and their limitations, this book presents the first dynamic and coherent approach to group treatment for the chronically mentally ill. By structuring members' variable attendance, the flexibly bound model, which utilizes group dynamic principles to maximize therapeutic opportunities, respects the actual behavior of many chronically ill persons, making this treatment format available to a broad portion of this population. Illustrated with numerous case vignettes, the book outlines the elements of supportive treatment and therapeutic goals and then describes in detail specific strategies and interventions. |
| victims of borderline abuse: From Victim To Survivor Juliann Whetsell Mitchell, Jill Morse, 2015-12-22 First published in 1998. A research-based resource for helping professionals dealing with women who were sexually abused by female perpetrators, mainly mothers and grandmothers, this text focuses on the female perpetrator, defining what treatments have been found workable and providing an overview of the available literature. Secondly, the authors share the results from interviews with 85 women adult women survivors. Their journals, poems and artwork have been collated with what the women themselves have found to be both helpful and counterproductive methods of healing. The authors outline intentions and procedures for nonverbal methods of treatment that have proved effective in practice. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Stop Caretaking the Borderline Or Narcissist Margalis Fjelstad, 2013 People with Borderline or Narcissistic Personality Disorders are master manipulators; Caretakers fall for them every time. This book helps Caretakers break the cycle and puts them on a new path of personal freedom, discovery, and self-awareness, through the use of real stories and practical suggestions from a seasoned therapist. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Understanding the Borderline Mother Christine Ann Lawson, 2002 The first love in our lives is our mother. Recognizing her face, her voice, the meaning of her moods, and her facial expressions is crucial to survival. Dr. Christine Ann Lawson vividly describes how mothers who suffer from borderline personality disorder produce children who may flounder in life even as adults, futilely struggling to reach the safety of a parental harbor, unable to recognize that their borderline parent lacks a pier, or even a discernible shore. Four character profiles describe different symptom clusters that include the waif mother, the hermit mother, the queen mother, and the witch. Children of borderlines are at risk for developing this complex and devastating personality disorder themselves. Dr. Lawson's recommendations for prevention include empathic understanding of the borderline mother and early intervention with her children to ground them in reality and counteract the often dangerous effects of living with a make-believe mother. Some readers may recognize their mothers as well as themselves in this book. They will also find specific suggestions for creating healthier relationships. Addressing the adult children of borderlines and the therapists who work with them, Dr. Lawson shows how to care for the waif without rescuing her, to attend to the hermit without feeding her fear, to love the queen without becoming her subject, and to live with the witch without becoming her victim. A Jason Aronson Book |
| victims of borderline abuse: Ministry and Community Len Sperry, 2000 Offers a measure of hopefulness about the prospects for professional ministry in the Church. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Psychiatric Treatment of Victims and Survivors of Sexual Trauma Jamshid A. Marvasti, 2004 Psychological trauma is a multifaceted phenomenon with extensive involvement of biochemical and neurological changes. This book originated on the basis of clinical observations and the authors believe that trauma is the region in which psych and soma meet each other and integrate, becoming a single entity. In this text, the authors attempt to integrate the psychosocial and bio-neuro-endocrine aspects of human experience, including trauma. Chapter 1 provides a psychobiological perspective of incest, and sexual abuse, and considers the stages of and reactions to incest that trauma clients have experienced. Chapter 2 focuses on trauma-related syndromes associated with survivors of sexual abuse. Chapter 3 continues the theme of the second chapter, providing further discussion of the link between sexual trauma and somatic sensations of discomfort and pain. Chapter 4 describes the frustration in treating drug/alcohol addicts and the discovery that these individuals have a history of hidden trauma which haunts them and prevents recovery. Chapter 5 explores the victims response to trauma and examines the nontraditional treatment models for psychological trauma. Chapter 6 presents psychotherapy practices used with incest survivors, and details treatment principles and goals and explains new treatment options. Chapter 7 explores the practice of pharmacotherapy in treating trauma-related disorders and focuses on the use of a variety of psychiatric medications for the treatment of PTSD. Chapter 8 presents creative and rehabilitative practices for treating victimized children and adolescents, pointing to the importance of art therapy in the recovery process of traumatized individuals. Chapter 9 provides an overview of play therapy/cognitive-behavioral therapy for sexually abused children and adolescents. Readers will find in this text a diversity of research topics and a variety of clinical observations that are not only useful but timely. |
| victims of borderline abuse: The Abusive Personality Donald G. Dutton, 1998-08-06 Physical violence may be the most overt manifestation of relationship abuse, but maltreatment of intimate partners takes many other forms as well. This integrative work explores the nature of male abusiveness by focusing on the development of a particular personality constellation--one that is easily threatened, jealous, and fearful, and that masks these emotions with anger and demands for control. Presenting results of controlled research with over 400 batterers, Dutton shows that many abusers exhibit high levels of trauma symptoms. This symptomatology is cogently linked to elements of childhood experience including witnessing of violence, the use of shaming techniques by parents, and insecure attachment; and, in turn, to such characteristics as terror of abandonment and the inability to regulate one's emotions or deal with conflict effectively. A concluding chapter focuses on treatment. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Crisis Intervention Handbook Albert R. Roberts, 2000 The handbook prepares the counselor or social service worker for rapid assessment and timely crisis prevention during this widely used brief treatment modality. |
| victims of borderline abuse: The Batterer Donald G. Dutton, Susan K Golant, 2008-08-05 What kind of man deliberately hurts the woman he loves? Drawing on his pathbreaking studies of more than seven hundred abusive men, as well as therapy with hundreds more, Dutton paints a dramatic and surprising portrait of the man who assaults his intimate partner. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Psychological Trauma And Adult Survivor Theory Lisa McCann, Laurie Anne Pearlman, 2015-12-22 First published in 1991. In this book, the authors present a new conceptualization of the unique experience of trauma survivors. They offer both a new theoretical model which we call constructivist self-development theory (CSDT) and a description of its application to clinical assessment of and intervention with adult trauma survivors. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Cognitive-behavioral Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder Marsha Linehan, 1993-05-14 The core of the treatment is the balance of acceptance and change strategies, both within each therapy interaction and over time. For problem solving with borderline personality disorder, the book provides specific strategies for contingency management, exposure, cognitive modification, and skills training. The last component is further elucidated in the companion Skills Training Manual, which programmatically details procedures and includes client handouts for step-by-step implementation. Finally, to enhance interpersonal communication, Dr. Linehan presents three case management sets: consultation to the patient, environmental intervention, and consultation to the therapist. Addressing the most stressful patient behaviors that clinicians encounter, the book includes a step-by-step outline for assessing suicide risk, managing suicide threats, and working with chronic suicidal behavior |
| victims of borderline abuse: Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder Marsha M. Linehan, 1993-05-14 For the average clinician, individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD) often represent the most challenging, seemingly insoluble cases. This volume is the authoritative presentation of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Marsha M. Linehan's comprehensive, integrated approach to treating individuals with BPD. DBT was the first psychotherapy shown in controlled trials to be effective with BPD. It has since been adapted and tested for a wide range of other difficult-to-treat disorders involving emotion dysregulation. While focusing on BPD, this book is essential reading for clinicians delivering DBT to any clients with complex, multiple problems. Companion volumes: The latest developments in DBT skills training, together with essential materials for teaching the full range of mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills, are presented in Linehan's DBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, and DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets, Second Edition. Also available: Linehan's instructive skills training videos for clients--Crisis Survival Skills: Part One, Crisis Survival Skills: Part Two, From Suffering to Freedom, This One Moment, and Opposite Action. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Preventing Boundary Violations in Clinical Practice Thomas G. Gutheil, Archie Brodsky, 2011-11-30 What do you do when you run into a patient in a public place? How do you respond when a patient suddenly hugs you at the end of a session? Do you accept a gift that a patient brings to make up for causing you some inconvenience? Questions like these—which virtually all clinicians face at one time or another—have serious clinical, ethical, and legal implications. This authoritative, practical book uses compelling case vignettes to show how a wide range of boundary questions arise and can be responsibly resolved as part of the process of therapy. Coverage includes role reversal, gifts, self-disclosure, out-of-office encounters, physical contact, and sexual misconduct. Strategies for preventing boundary violations and managing associated legal risks are highlighted. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Child Abuse and Neglect Monica L. McCoy, Stefanie M. Keen, 2013-11-12 This book examines child abuse and neglect - the latest research and laws, what it entails, and how to recognize and report it. It considers up-to-date studies and methodology, encourages discussions and debate, and explains judicial rulings. Different forms of maltreatment - physical abuse, neglect, psychological maltreatment, sexual abuse, fetal abuse, and Munchausen by Proxy Syndrome - are explored, as are resilience and prevention. Discussion questions, a glossary, and profiles of people actively working in the field are included. This is an invaluable resource to workers who are mandated reporters of child maltreatment and/or anyone interested in the problem. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Family Violence and Abuse Sonia Salari, 2023-11-30 A RUSA Outstanding Reference Source 2025 This two-volume encyclopedia surveys all aspects of violence and abuse in domestic/family environments, including specific types of abuse, laws and legal issues, and the impacts of abuse. Wide-ranging and authoritative, this resource provides extensive coverage of widely recognized forms of violence and abuse in family settings, including physical, verbal, and emotional abuse of spouses and intimate partners (both female and male) as well as children. In addition, the encyclopedia scrutinizes less recognized types of violence and abuse in households, such as abuse of siblings by other siblings and abuse of parents or grandparents by children and grandchildren (both minor and adult). Family Violence and Abuse is a valuable resource for readers seeking a better understanding of the true scope and impact of these various forms of violence and abuse; important factors that contribute to incidence of family violence and abuse; and the various laws, programs, and therapy alternatives that have been created to help victims of abuse and rehabilitate offenders. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Bias in Psychiatric Diagnosis Paula J. Caplan, Lisa Cosgrove, 2004-10-08 Bias in Psychiatric Diagnosis is the first book about how gender, race, social class, age, physical disability, and sexual orientation affect the classification of human beings into psychiatric categories. This is a hot topic addressed to the public's right to know, especially because the negative consequences of psychiatric diagnosis range from loss of custody of a child to denial of health insurance and employment to removal of one's right to make decisions about one's legal affairs. |
| victims of borderline abuse: The Handy Psychology Answer Book Lisa J. Cohen, 2016-02-22 Bridges the gap between today's entertainment-focused “pop psychology” on television and the dry academic research that is published in journals. A primer on human behavior and psychology. The Handy Psychology Answer Book helps answer why humans do what we do through accurate scientific data presented in a lively, accessible, and engaging way. It covers the fundamentals and explains the psychology behind how people deal with money, sex, morality, family, children, aging, addiction, work, and other everyday issues. It takes a journey through the history and science of psychology and showing how psychology affects us all. Fully revised to reflect the latest scientific research—such as the current DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association); the latest neurobiological theories; and the changing face of marriage—this timely reference has expanded to include information sections on the biology and evolution of emotions; technology and adolescence; bisexuality; optimism; autism; as well as a full section on the law, eyewitness testimony and police shootings. Featuring more than 1,500 answers to questions concerning how the human mind and the science of psychology really work, this fascinating guide delivers the real facts of modern psychology, along with fun factoids and thought-provoking insights into what motivates human behavior. This intriguing exploration provides insights into the current science of the mind by answering questions such as: How have other cultures addressed psychological issues? Why was Freud so focused on sex? How do twin studies help illuminate the role of genetics? How can I maintain a healthy brain? Why do some people hear voices that aren’t really there? Why do children see monsters in the closet at night? How have recent changes in technology affected adolescent development? Why does time seem to speed up as we age? Is it normal to argue during marriage? Does religion make people happier? How do we reduce social prejudice? How has morality changed over the course of history? What are the personality traits of people who succeed in their professions? Why do so many politicians get trapped in scandals? Does genetics play a role in voting behavior? Which therapies are best for which kinds of problems? How might the stress of police work affect decision-making in high stress situations? The Handy Psychology Answer Book also includes a helpful glossary of terms, complete reference sources for topics discussed, and an index. With a wide range of information suitable for everyone, this is the ideal source for anyone looking to get a better understanding of psychology. It provides clear answers on the history, basic science and latest research, and psychology behind everyday situations and at different stages in life. |
| victims of borderline abuse: New Insights into Anxiety Disorders Federico Durbano, 2013-03-20 This book collects the contributions of a number of clinical psychiatrists all over the world, interested in developing basic research about anxiety and in applying it in clinical contexts. It is divided into four sections, covering general issues about anxiety (ethological and developmental ones), basic research issues on specific aspects of anxiety (bioanatomical ones, correlation with personality structure and so on), and new clinical and therapeutical proposals and hypothesis. Each author summarized the clinical importance of his work, underlining the clinical pitfalls of this publication. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Family Violence Sandra J. Kaplan, Howard A. Davidson, 1996 Family violence poses a significant threat to society -- it is repetitive, increases in severity as it persists, and is transmitted across generations and to society. However, it often escapes undiagnosed, and resources for both treatment and research are either inadequate or lacking. Family Violence: A Clinical and Legal Guide provides the most comprehensive look to date at the problem of family violence. Professionals in mental health, medicine, and law who encounter victims of family violence will find this book an invaluable resource. It will also serve as an excellent educational tool for psychiatric and psychology students, and it is intended to stimulate the development of effective curricula for both medical and mental health professionals and the public. Chapter by chapter, this book covers all types of family violence, including child physical and sexual abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, and elder abuse and neglect. Risk factors specific to each type of family violence are identified. Assessment and treatment guidelines are offered, including a discussion of therapy for memory of trauma in adult survivors of childhood maltreatment. The prevention of abuse is addressed, and clinical practice resources are listed. Legal information pertinent to both patients and clinicians is provided by Howard A. Davidson, J.D., Director, ABA Center on Children and the Law, American Bar Association, Washington, D.C. In each of the first seven chapters, a section entitled Legal Commentary focuses on two areas: First, issues related to abused persons, other family members, and offenders are outlined. Next, Guidance for Mental Health Professionals and Practitioners discusses the legal responsibilities and rights of mental health and other medical professionals and offer guidance for those testifying in legal proceedings. An appendix includes legal resources. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Summary of Paul T. Mason’s Stop Walking on Eggshells by Milkyway Media Milkyway Media, 2018-08-31 Stop Walking on Eggshells: Taking Your Life Back When Someone You Care About Has Borderline Personality Disorder (2010), by Paul T. Mason and Randi Kreger, is a guidebook for loved ones of people with borderline personality disorder (BPD). The book was originally published in 1998 and has sold more than half a million copies. Purchase this in-depth summary to learn more. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence Nicky Ali Jackson, 2007 Aims to provide information on a variety of traditional and breakthrough issues in the complex phenomenon of domestic violence. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence Nicky Ali Jackson, 2007-12-11 The Encyclopedia of Domestic Violence is a modern reference from the leading international scholars in domestic violence research. The first ever publication of an encyclopedia of domestic violence, the principal aim of this title is to provide information on a variety of traditional and breakthrough issues in this complex phenomenon. |
| victims of borderline abuse: BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER Amanda Hope, Do you know someone diagnosed with borderline personality disorder? Does a loved one need help to manage this condition? Dealing with a disorder, such as BPD or Border Personality Disorder, can be downright challenging, notably if one lacks the knowledge or knows so little about the condition to start with. The good thing is the BORDER PERSONALITY DISORDER is excellent self-help read in learning about and dealing with this condition. The 14-chapter book covers extensive topics on BPD one needs to know. Doing so enables one to be equipped with the right knowledge and understanding. This leads to one being better at dealing with and managing the condition. The book tackles critical topics, such as: What is BPD or borderline personality disorder What causes BPD BDP’s course in one’s life What are the common issues that people go through when suffering from a border personality disorder Knowing suicidal tendencies and intentional self-infliction Getting help and finding help for border personality disorder Understanding BBT or dialectical behavior therapy Available Medication treatments, including exercises, yoga, meditation, and more How to deal with suicidal thoughts How to cope with one’s emotions How to make sense of one’s relationship How to find professional help A great read such as this is one of the keys to help people with borderline personality disorder and the people around them to better cope and live everyday life. Having this condition is no joke, and it’s something that has to be dealt with right away. Grab a copy of the Borderline Personality Disorder today and learn the appropriate ways to approach it. |
| victims of borderline abuse: UNKNOWN PATHS C.E. McLain, 2012-07-23 “Safety, while attending college, is everybody’s responsibility, especially the student’s. Parents and students should know that in many colleges, freshmen enter a very diverse student mixture. There are teenagers, grandparents, military veterans who have been in combat, former patients still on medication, individuals of different sexual orientations and individuals who are very devout in their religious faith and there are individuals who practice no faith at all. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Healing the Incest Wound Christine A. Courtois, 1988 A comprehensive guide to the dynamics of incest and to therapy for survivors. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Social Work Diagnosis in Contemporary Practice Francis J. Turner, 2005-02-10 The unifying theme of this broad-reaching volume is that responsible, ethical, and effective social work practice rests on the diagnostic skills of the practitioner. Social work diagnosis refers to the conscious formulation of an ongoing set of decisions about the client and his or her situation, which serve as the basis for intervention-decisions for which the practitioner must be prepared to take responsibility. Diagnostic skill development is an ongoing process principally enhanced by a continuous commitment to remain at the cutting edge of the profession's body of knowledge, but one of the challenges for today's practitioner is keeping abreast of the rapidly expanding body of knowledge contained in some 200 important social work periodicals in circulation. Francis J. Turner, a preeminent clinical scholar, brings together in one volume some of the best work published since 2000, each reflecting new insights into understanding psychosocial situations and innovative methods of applying knowledge and skills in an increasingly effective manner. Each of the 78 articles in this volume highlights some of the critical dimensions of contemporary social work practice, guiding clinicians to address four key aspects in order to craft an accurate diagnosis. The first section presents articles covering the developmental spectrum, each of which fully explains various ages and stages of development. The second section focuses on a range of specific situations, helping practitioners and students enrich their understanding of different types of problems they meet in contemporary practice, whether they are based in mental illness, psychosocial issues, or physical ailments. The third section addresses the crucial component of diversity, demonstrating the complexity and critical importance of truly understanding clients and their lives. The last section of the book discusses innovative approaches to practice, selected to offer practitioners easy access to the latest interventions for a host of contemporary challenges facing clients and their therapists. Broad in scope and tightly focused on the goal of providing the most up-to-date information necessary for accuracy in the diagnostic process, this volume represents some of the best research available to today's social workers. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Treatment of Personality Disorders Jan J.L. Derksen, Cesare Maffei, Herman Groen, 2013-03-09 It has been almost twenty years since DSM-III created a major shift in psychi atric classification procedures and in diagnostic and treatment practice by introducing the multi-axial system and, for our patients specifically, the Axis II: Personality Disorders. Researchers and clinicians were forced to focus on many issues related to the field of personality and its disorders. This meant an immense impetus for research, both empirical and theoretical. Many recent developments are described in this book, as reviews or as original articles. This book also covers developments in Europe as well as in North America. Important questions still remain unanswered, such as: What is the relationship between the different clusters: A, B, & C? Are we talking about dimensions, categories, or typologies? What can be done for patients who have more than one personality disorder? Is a pro typical approach required? Consequently, is a multiconceptual approach in treatment and research required? The authors contribute to this discus sion and provide guidelines for further thinking in research and treatment planning. For clinicians, it is of major importance to know whether the disorder can be influ enced by treatment, and whether permanent change is really possible. A very impor tant question is whether a person indeed has a personality disorder, and how this diagnosis affects clinical practice. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Personality Disorders and Eating Disorders Randy A. Sansone, John L. Levitt, 2013-08-21 Personality Disorders and Eating Disorders explores and defines the multifaceted relationship between these two fields in a cogent synthesis of prevalence, etiology, and treatment. The book brings together leading specialists in both fields, with a clinical focus on such topical issues as genetics, drug abuse, and childhood trauma—as they relate to each field and as they affect the relationship between the two disorders. Therapists who treat eating disorders will find the material on treatment approaches especially helpful in formulating interventions with particularly difficult patients. Therapists who work with patients with personality disorders will find that the interface between personality and eating disorders is relevant to various aspects of self-destructive behavior observed in these individuals. This unique book enhances the assessment and treatment of individuals suffering from personality disorders and eating disorders, and it augments the understanding of both populations, while establishing a foundation for discussing each as they interface with one another. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Clinical Guide to Exposure Therapy Jasper A. J. Smits, Jolene Jacquart, Jonathan Abramowitz, Joanna Arch, Jürgen Margraf, 2022-08-13 Clinical Guide to Exposure Therapy provides evidence-based guidance on how to incorporate and tailor exposure therapy for patients who present with problems beyond fear and its disorders. Exposure therapy is a relatively easy-to-implement intervention with powerful effects. Helping clinicians expand their reach and effectiveness, this clinician’s guide includes chapters on (1) considerations for deviating from standard exposure protocols when patients present with comorbid psychiatric or medical conditions and (2) how to use exposure therapy in the treatment of conditions that do not center on fear or anxiety (e.g., eating disorders, obesity, depression, substance use disorders, chronic pain). Complementing existing resources for clinicians on exposure therapy for the treatment of anxiety disorders, this volume provides guidance on issues related to the planning and implementation of exposure interventions more broadly. This clinical guide an essential resource for the advanced trainee and clinician providing exposure therapy for complex comorbidities and unique populations. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Why Does He Do That? Lundy Bancroft, 2003-09-02 In this groundbreaking bestseller, Lundy Bancroft—a counselor who specializes in working with abusive men—uses his knowledge about how abusers think to help women recognize when they are being controlled or devalued, and to find ways to get free of an abusive relationship. He says he loves you. So...why does he do that? You’ve asked yourself this question again and again. Now you have the chance to see inside the minds of angry and controlling men—and change your life. In Why Does He Do That? you will learn about: • The early warning signs of abuse • The nature of abusive thinking • Myths about abusers • Ten abusive personality types • The role of drugs and alcohol • What you can fix, and what you can’t • And how to get out of an abusive relationship safely “This is without a doubt the most informative and useful book yet written on the subject of abusive men. Women who are armed with the insights found in these pages will be on the road to recovering control of their lives.”—Jay G. Silverman, Ph.D., Director, Violence Prevention Programs, Harvard School of Public Health |
| victims of borderline abuse: A Proposed Treatment Connection for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Ashley Doyle, 2015-12-04 A large percentage of the population experiences some type of trauma in their lifetime; however, they don't all develop a diagnosable disorder. Even though no research can definitively predict what types of traumas will elicit a diagnosable disorder, there has been some indication as to who is more at risk for the development of trauma-related disorders, specifically Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Yet other disorders may also be elicited such as anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, or personality disorders. Children, the elderly, and the disabled are labeled at-risk due to their dependency on others, sparse coping strategies and resources, and economic disadvantages. Additionally, individuals who experience extra stressors, low-self esteem, and have a poor sense of self are also at risk of developing a disorder rather than use resiliency (Petersen & Walker, 2003). One extreme reaction to trauma exposure is the elicitation of a personality disorder, specifically Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). The focus of this paper is three-fold. First, it compares two treatment approaches: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR). These are different in technique and philosophy when regarding the processing of traumatic events. Second, it reviews the evidence for co-morbidity (simultaneous occurrence) between BPD and PTSD. Finally, this paper will propose a strategic plan for the most effective treatment for individuals with BPD and PTSD symptoms.ÿ |
| victims of borderline abuse: A Pre-Book and a Victim's Guide to Surviving the Narcissist/Sociopath Updated Sereena Nightshade, 2016-01-15 The Victim's Guide to Surviving the Narcissist/Sociopath Updated and its first position 300-plus page Pre-Book is a two books-in-one book designed to assist victims of covert spousal predators and their support persons understand the reality of the covert spousal predator (i.e. the narcissist, malignant narcissist, sociopath/psychopath, dual diagnosed/dual diagnosable, narcopath). This material delves into the worst case scenario possible for the spousal victim as well as common red flags, exploitation, strip-mining, predatory take-ALL agenda and abuse patterns perpetrated by the covert spousal predator in his/her hunting prime and afterward when the predator decompensates. Many valuable references are provided throughout this book for further education/research and understanding. Readers are strongly encouraged to continue their review of material created by all of the referenced educators and authors listed in this book. Moreover, the top mistakes made by victims, support persons for victims, professionals, law enforcement and others are detailed in the hopes that readers will avoid making as many of these errors as they face various scenarios with the predator or predators in their lives or in the lives of others they are attempting to assist. For spousal victims in the worst case scenario with an empowered/aided and abetted covert spousal predator (i.e. situations where common minor children are involved) this book covers topics typically not touched in the material of others. This book is not about overt spousal predators (i.e. abusers whose victims can effectively use the system and/or domestic violence shelter assistance to flee) though overt predators perpetrate many of the same abuse patterns minus the skill of becoming aided and abetted via abuse by proxy scams, which are commonly the mainstay of the covert predator's take-ALL agenda. |
| victims of borderline abuse: PTSD/Borderlines in Therapy Jerome Kroll, 1993 Taking into account ambiguities in the relationship between childhood abuse experiences, formation of self- destructive personality styles, and subsequent psychotherapy, the author presents a working model that is useful without limiting the practitioner. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Treating Addicted Survivors of Trauma Katie Evans, J. Michael Sullivan, 1995-01-01 This book uses composite clinical examples and the authors' own practical experience to demonstrate how to treat addicted survivors of trauma and abuse. By integrating mental health paradigms with disease models of addiction, and combining psychotherapeutic techniques with 12-step recovery practices, the authors present an easy-to-replicate model for assessment and treatment. They provide an overview of the various types and resulting effects of childhood abuse and other traumas, and then describe the disease of addiction and its treatment. Simultaneously addressing both addiction and survivor issues, the book describes ways to identify and assess substance-dependent survivors, and organize, direct, and plan their treatment. In addition, it provides specific strategies for working with significant others, adolescents, and individuals who also exhibit antisocial, borderline, and narcissistic personality disorders. This book is aimed at psychologists, chemical dependency counselors, social workers, and family therapists. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Rethinking Domestic Violence Donald G. Dutton, 2011-01-01 Rethinking Domestic Violence is the third in a series of books by Donald Dutton critically reviewing research in the area of intimate partner violence (IPV). The research crosses disciplinary lines, including social and clinical psychology, sociology, psychiatry, affective neuropsychology, criminology, and criminal justice research. Since the area of IPV is so heavily politicized, Dutton tries to steer through conflicting claims by assessing the best research methodology. As a result, he comes to some very new conclusions. These conclusions include the finding that IPV is better predicted by psychological rather than social-structural factors, particularly in cultures where there is relative gender equality. Dutton argues that personality disorders in either gender account for better data on IPV. His findings also contradict earlier views among researchers and policy makers that IPV is essentially perpetrated by males in all societies. Numerous studies are reviewed in arriving at these conclusions, many of which employ new and superior methodologies than were available previously. After twenty years of viewing IPV as generated by gender and focusing on a punitive law and order approach, Dutton argues that this approach must be more varied and flexible. Treatment providers, criminal justice system personnel, lawyers, and researchers have indicated the need for a new view of the problem -- one less invested in gender politics and more open to collaborative views and interdisciplinary insights. Dutton’s rethinking of the fundamentals of IPV is essential reading for psychologists, policy makers, and those dealing with the sociology of social science, the relationship of psychology to law, and explanations of adverse behaviour. |
| victims of borderline abuse: The Human Magnet Syndrome Ross Rosenberg, 2018-01-12 The Human Magnet Syndrome: The Codependent Narcissist Trap is a complete rewrite of Ross's first book. Not only is the book re-written, re-organized, updated and expanded, it contains over 125 more pages than the original. Ross provides a more explicit rendering of The Human Magnet Syndrome, that includes new theories, explanations and concepts. The information on Gaslighting and The Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome, like the rest of the book, is cutting edge and completely original. This book contains many more case examples and stories of Ross's own codependency recovery. Like its predecessor, it is written for both the layman and professional. Men and women have been magnetically and irresistibly drawn together into romantic relationships, not so much by what they see, feel and think, but more by invisible forces. Codependents and Pathological Narcissists are enveloped in a seductive dreamlike state; however, it will later unfold into a painful seesaw of love, pain, hope and disappointment. The soul mate of the codependent's dreams will become the narcissist of their nightmares. Readers of the Human Magnet Syndrome will better understand why they, despite their dreams for true love, find themselves hopelessly and painfully in love with partners who hurt them. This book will guide and inspire both the layman and the professional. |
| victims of borderline abuse: Counseling Victims of Violence Sandra L. Brown, 2013-03-15 With violence of all kinds — from child abuse and domestic violence to hate crimes and stalking — at an all-time high, today's counselors must be prepared to treat many types of victims. Counseling Victims of Violence offers practical guidance and helps a counselor determine if a victim should be referred to a specialist. Each chapter covers a specific type of violent victimization, detailing which issues to address in each of the three stages of counseling (crisis intervention, short-term, and long-term) and highlighting often-overlooked secondary victimizations and social services resources. Quick-glance reference charts summarize each chapter’s contents. |
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Apr 25, 2023 · The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) is leading the way by centering survivor voices as part of the national discourse on criminal justice policy and practice. Including these voices …
Victims — FBI
The FBI is committed to ensuring that victims receive the rights they are entitled to and the assistance they need to cope with crime.
Victim’s Rights and Role - Criminal Justice
Victims in the U.S. criminal justice system are afforded specific rights designed to protect their interests and ensure their active participation in the judicial process.
Who is a Victim & What Can They Do? - Justice 4 Crime Victims
Mar 14, 2024 · Discover your rights and the steps to take after being a victim of a crime with Justice 4 Crime Victims. Led by former prosecutor Michael L. Fell, our California-based team provides …
victim noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes ...
victims of crime/abuse/violence; the alleged victim of a serious assault; Several countries have pledged millions of dollars to help the victims of the tsunami. The team will try to identify …
Find support if you experienced a crime - USAGov
Aug 16, 2024 · These resources from the Department of Justice (DOJ) offer crime victim and survivor support programs, including:. Toll-free and online hotlines; A directory of local and state …
Help for Victims | Office for Victims of Crime
OVC Help Series for Crime Victims These brochures discuss what to do if you are the victim of certain crimes. They provide national resources and where to go for help.
VICTIM Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
the victims of a hoax He was the victim of an error. Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage.
Victims - International Criminal Court
Mar 27, 2025 · Relevant Court staff are trained to work with victims and address their specific needs, particularly children, elderly persons, persons with disabilities and victims of sexual or …
Victim Rights and Services | Office for Victims of Crime
Discover publications, resources, and other information on rights and services for victims of crime.
Victims of Crime - Office of Justice Programs
Apr 25, 2023 · The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) is leading the way by centering survivor voices as part of the national discourse on criminal justice policy and practice. Including these …
Victims — FBI
The FBI is committed to ensuring that victims receive the rights they are entitled to and the assistance they need to cope with crime.
Victim’s Rights and Role - Criminal Justice
Victims in the U.S. criminal justice system are afforded specific rights designed to protect their interests and ensure their active participation in the judicial process.
Who is a Victim & What Can They Do? - Justice 4 Crime Victims
Mar 14, 2024 · Discover your rights and the steps to take after being a victim of a crime with Justice 4 Crime Victims. Led by former prosecutor Michael L. Fell, our California-based team …
victim noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes ...
victims of crime/abuse/violence; the alleged victim of a serious assault; Several countries have pledged millions of dollars to help the victims of the tsunami. The team will try to identify …
Find support if you experienced a crime - USAGov
Aug 16, 2024 · These resources from the Department of Justice (DOJ) offer crime victim and survivor support programs, including:. Toll-free and online hotlines; A directory of local and …
Help for Victims | Office for Victims of Crime
OVC Help Series for Crime Victims These brochures discuss what to do if you are the victim of certain crimes. They provide national resources and where to go for help.
