Caroline Strawson
Caroline Strawson
Why Are We Diagnosing Abused Women With Borderline or Bipolar?
Why Are We Diagnosing Abused Women With Borderline or Bipolar?
Why Are We Diagnosing Abused Women With Borderline or Bipolar?
Tuesday 19th December 2023
Caroline Strawson explores the misdiagnosis of abused women with Borderline or Bipolar Personality Disorder and highlights the impact of narcissistic abuse.
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Caroline Strawson
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Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Caroline delves into the misdiagnosis of abused women with Borderline or Bipolar Personality Disorder
- She highlights the impact of narcissistic abuse on mental health and the potential link to underlying trauma
- Caroline emphasizes the importance of addressing the root cause of behavioural symptoms, advocating for curiosity and understanding
- She invites listeners to consider complex PTSD and seeks support on the journey to healing and recovery
- Caroline passionately educates and empowers her audience, encouraging them to join the conversation and seek support
I want you to recognize that in my opinion, these diagnoses are really symptoms of underlying trauma, which you are if you are in a relationship with a narcissist, there's pretty much all of these you are going to have. So for me, if you want a diagnosis, then own complex PTSD because complex PTSD is like having an information-presencing injury where it means you haven't timestamped past events into the past where they actually belong as well.
Ever felt like your mental health diagnosis didn't quite fit? Caroline Strawson, host of the Narcissistic Abuse and Trauma Recovery Podcast, tackles this very issue in an eye-opening episode. Caroline dives into why many women in abusive relationships with narcissists often get misdiagnosed with Borderline or Bipolar Personality Disorder. She explains how the stress and trauma from such relationships can alter behavior, leading medical professionals to label these changes incorrectly.
Caroline sheds light on the diagnostic methods used by doctors and why they sometimes miss the mark. She emphasizes that many symptoms of Borderline or Bipolar Personality Disorder can actually be traced back to the trauma of narcissistic abuse. This misdiagnosis can result in unnecessary medication and a misunderstanding of the root cause of one's struggles. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how narcissistic abuse impacts mental health and why it's crucial to address the underlying trauma.
Caroline encourages a shift in perspective, suggesting that many might be dealing with complex PTSD rather than a personality disorder. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who feels their diagnosis doesn't quite capture their experience or for those supporting someone in such a situation. With her compassionate and insightful approach, Caroline provides not just information but also hope.
She advocates for a more nuanced understanding of mental health in the context of abuse, urging listeners to seek out proper support and healing. Tune in to explore these important issues and find a path toward true recovery.