Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis
Damon Frank
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Addiction Recovery with Guest Kennedy McGurkin
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Addiction Recovery with Guest Kennedy McGurkin
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Addiction Recovery with Guest Kennedy McGurkin
Friday 7th March 2025
Therapist Kennedy McGurkin discusses the link between Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and addiction recovery on The Recovered Life Show.
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Episode Overview
- Fear of abandonment drives many behaviours associated with BPD.
- BPD is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed.
- Therapy, especially DBT, is crucial for managing BPD.
- Professional help is essential for a proper diagnosis.
- BPD affects both men and women, though it may present differently.
Be scared and do it anyways. It's scarier to do it alone than with a therapist who will walk beside you.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and addiction recovery might seem like a daunting combination, but in this episode of The Recovered Life Show, therapist Kennedy McGurkin breaks it down with host Damon Frank. Kennedy, from Returning to Self in Boise, Idaho, brings her expertise to the table, shedding light on the often misunderstood and misdiagnosed condition of BPD.
She explains how the fear of abandonment drives many behaviours associated with BPD and why those struggling with it may turn to addiction as a form of self-medication. If you’ve ever wondered why emotions can feel so overwhelming or why relationships seem so turbulent, Kennedy’s insights will be eye-opening. She emphasises the importance of seeking professional help for a proper diagnosis and the role of therapy, particularly Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), in managing BPD.
Kennedy also discusses the stigma surrounding BPD and how it affects both men and women differently. Her compassionate approach offers hope to those grappling with these challenges, making this episode a must-listen for anyone dealing with co-occurring disorders or supporting someone who is. Tune in for an engaging conversation that could change your perspective on mental health and recovery.