A Síndrome de Borderline, também chamada de transtorno de personalidade limítrofe, é caracterizada pelas mudanças súbitas de humor, medo de ser abandonado pelos amigos e comportamentos impulsivos, como gastar dinheiro descontroladamente ou comer compulsivamente, por exemplo.
Geralmente, as pessoas com Síndrome de Borderline têm momentos em que estão estáveis, que alternam com surtos psicóticos, manifestando comportamentos descontrolados. Esses sintomas começam a se manifestar na adolescência e se tornam mais frequentes no início da vida adulta.
- Por vezes.
- Esta síndrome é confundida com doenças como esquizofrenia ou doença bipolar.
- Mas a duração e intensidade das emoções é diferente.
- Sendo fundamental ser avaliado por um psiquiatra para saber o diagnóstico correto e iniciar o tratamento adequado.
The most common characteristics of people with limit syndrome are
People with this disorder fear emotions are out of their control, showing a tendency to become irrational in situations of increased stress and creating a high dependence on others to be stable.
In some more severe cases, self-harm and even suicide can occur due to the enormous feeling of inner discomfort.For more details on symptoms, see: Find out if it’s limit syndrome.
Diagnosis of this disorder is made describing the behavior reported by the patient and observed by a psychologist or psychiatrist.
In addition, it is important to have physiological tests, such as blood formula and serology, to rule out other diseases, since their characteristics are similar to other diseases, such as depression or schizophrenia, for example.
Try the test to see if you have this syndrome
Border disorder of personality can occur due to a genetic predisposition, when at least one close relative suffers from this disorder, or changes in the brain, mainly in areas of the brain responsible for controlling impulses and emotions; However, strong emotional experiences in childhood, such as dealing with illness or death and situations of sexual abuse or neglect can lead to the development of this syndrome.
Limit syndrome can lead to loss of family and friendship, resulting in loneliness, as well as financial difficulties and the maintenance of a job.All of these factors associated with mood swings can lead to suicide attempts.
Treatment of limit syndrome is done with the use of antidepressants, mood stabilizers and tranquilizers indicated by the psychiatrist.
In addition to medication treatment, it is necessary to follow up psychologically to perform psychotherapy and help the person manage their negative emotions, such as knowing how to cope with the most stressful moments.
Depending on the signs and symptoms that the person presents, the therapist can establish the type of therapy to be used in the treatment, which can be behavioral dialectic, which is usually used with those who have attempted suicide, cognitive-behavioral, family or individual psychotherapy. The therapy can last from months to years, depending on the patient. Learn about some techniques that can help: 4 Steps to Control Negative Emotions.
This treatment is essential for the patient to maintain control, but requires the patience and will of the individual.