Erik Messamore
Erik Messamore
Ep. 005 - What is borderline personality disorder?
Ep. 005 - What is borderline personality disorder?
Ep. 005 - What is borderline personality disorder?
Tuesday 31st August 2021
Dr. Erik Messamore rethinks Borderline Personality Disorder, proposing it be renamed 'Emotion Regulation Disorder'. Learn about its neurological roots and treatments.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Borderline Personality Disorder: A New Perspective
I think understanding borderline personality, not as a borderline personality disorder but as a neurologically based emotion regulation difficulty, would help a lot in clinicians to understand what's going on, Indian people who are affected by it, to understand what's going on, and it really would take a lot of the negativity around this diagnostic concept and would help people to think more clearly about treatments that are going to work.
Is the term 'Borderline Personality Disorder' outdated? Dr. Erik Messamore certainly thinks so. In this episode of 'Ask a Psychiatrist', he and co-host Melissa Xenophontos dive deep into what makes BPD tick, shedding light on why it's high time we reconsider its name. With about 1 in 60 people currently affected by BPD, understanding it better is crucial. Dr.
Messamore argues for renaming it to 'Emotion Regulation Disorder', which he believes would more accurately reflect the neurological and biological factors at play. This shift could help reduce stigma and improve treatment outcomes. The episode goes beyond just a name change. It breaks down the differences between BPD and bipolar disorder, emphasizing the importance of correct diagnosis. Misdiagnosis can lead to ineffective treatments and prolonged suffering. Dr.
Messamore shares insights on therapies that target the brain's emotional regulation mechanisms, offering hope for those affected. He also discusses the latest research in neuroscience that points to biological and genetic underpinnings of BPD symptoms. Listeners will find this episode particularly useful if they or someone they know is grappling with BPD. The conversation is both informative and empathetic, making complex medical jargon accessible. Dr. Messamore's expertise, combined with Melissa's advocacy, ensures a balanced and thorough exploration of the topic.
Tune in to learn why understanding BPD as an emotion regulation issue could be a game-changer for mental health treatment.