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The Unofficial Domestic Violence Pages |
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious mental illness characterized by pervasive instability in moods, interpersonal relationships, self-image, and behavior. This instability often disrupts family and work life, long-term planning, and the individual's sense of self-identity. |
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US Mental health authorities recognize ten personality disorders with considerable overlap between them. Diagnosis is by the exclusion comparable disorders. Many feel that five of these disorders (Antisocial, Borderline, Narcissistic, Histrionic, and Paranoid) play a significant role in abusive relationships. |
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There is a definite connection between false or over exaggerated claims of domestic violence and the undiagnosed victim of BPD. Many stunned fathers report that their ex-spouses fit the description of BPD and now must painfully watch as an incompetent judicial and social system destroys his family and his life. Many sufferers of BPD become involved in another relationship soon after leaving their partners. This complicates matters further, and even more so when children are involved. |
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If you feel that an undiagnosed BPD partner has unjustly accused you of domestic violence, it is recommended that you seek the assistance of a lawyer or advocate. Use your partner's mental condition and the testimony of reputable physiologists to get custody of your child or children, and to set aside the protection order. It may also be a good idea to locate the Advice Desk for the Abused in your area for assistance. Ask them to refer you to a reputable psychologist in your area, preferably a psychologist who specializes in BPD. Unfortunately there are no known support groups in South Africa, but the more you understand BPD the better you will be able to endure the pain and suffering caused by your BPD partner. The contact details for Durban, South Africa are as follows: Advice Desk for the Abused
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