Title: Emotion Regulation in Borderline Personality Disorder
Headings: Emotion Regulation in Borderline Personality Disorder
Emotion Regulation in Borderline Personality Disorder
What Is Emotion Regulation?
Emotion Regulation vs. Dysregulation
BPD and Emotional Issues
Rapid Mood Swings and Irritability
Difficulty Controlling Anger
Feelings of Emptiness
Paranoia and Fear of Abandonment
Managing Emotions Despite BPD
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Content: For example, if someone with emotion regulation skills goes through a breakup, they will likely feel sad and even somewhat depressed, but they will still be able to control their emotions and carry on with their daily routines. However, if someone with BPD goes through the same situation, they may become depressed to the point of not functioning. They may cope by engaging in destructive or violent behaviors, or in impulsive activities like promiscuity. BPD and Emotional Issues
People with BPD experience a number of symptoms related to their ability to regulate their emotions. Each of these can lead to significant problems in daily life by generating anxiety and depression, making it difficult to maintain stable relationships or causing issues at work. People with BPD may also turn to impulsive, self-destructive, or even self-harming behaviors as a way to cope with emotion dysregulation. 1
If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 for support and assistance from a trained counselor. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911. For more mental health resources, see our National Helpline Database. Rapid Mood Swings and Irritability
People with borderline personality disorder have trouble managing moods and expressing emotions, leading to anxiety and irritability.