A new BPD self-help book is available that may be useful for people with PTSD. Many people with PTSD also have borderline personality disorder (or BPD). Likewise, PTSD is quite common among people with BPD. The Borderline Personality Disorder Survival Guide may help those in need.
The Borderline Personality Disorder Survival Guide (New Harbinger Publications) by Drs. Alexander L. Chapman and Kim L. Gratz is an excellent resource for the person struggling with a BPD diagnosis. The authors provide a wealth of information on:
- The facts of BPD, such as its history, symptoms, and how it is diagnosed
- What we currently know about BPD
- Myths surrounding BPD
- Causes of BPD
- The course of BPD
- Related problems of BPD (including PTSD)
- Suicide and deliberate self-harm
- Treatments for BPD
- Specific ways of coping with some of the symptoms of BPD
The information presented in this book represents the most up-to-date information on BPD and its treatment, and this information is presented in a clear, easy-to-read, compassionate, respectful, and validating manner. Even the most difficult topics are easily understood, and the authors use realistic case examples throughout the book to introduce and explain certain points.
This book could be an invaluable resource for people with BPD or those coping with a loved one's BPD. The book is designed to be a "road map" for understanding and overcoming struggles associated with BPD. In addition, much of the information presented may also be applicable to people with PTSD who are struggling with some of the symptoms of BPD, such as difficulty managing strong emotions, suicidal thoughts, deliberate self-harm behavior, or interpersonal problems.
