Title: Suicidal Thoughts and Behavior in People With BPD
Headings: Suicidality in Borderline Personality Disorder
Suicidality in Borderline Personality Disorder
Self-Harm and Suicide in BPD
Severe Emotional Pain
Duration
Comorbidity
Impulsivity
Substance Use
Brain Abnormalities
How to Get Help If You're Having Suicidal Thoughts
Help a Loved One With BPD Who Is Suicidal

Content: One of the most unique aspects of BPD is suicidal ideation. People with this condition may consider suicide on a daily basis for months, even years. 4 ﻿ This may leave people with BPD feeling that there is no other way out, despite the fact that there are effective treatments available for BPD. Comorbidity
BPD tends to co-occur with other mental disorders, such as bipolar disorder, major depression, and schizoaffective disorder. When there are other mental disorders present, the risk of suicide increases. 5 ﻿
Impulsivity
BPD is associated with impulsivity, or a tendency to act quickly without thinking about consequences. Individuals with BPD may engage in suicidal behaviors in a moment of intense emotional pain without fully considering the consequences. Substance Use
BPD often co-occurs with substance use, and the use of drugs or alcohol is a risk factor for suicide all by itself. When substance use issues are combined with BPD, this may be a particularly lethal combination. Substance use can lead to even greater impulsivity, and people who are using substances have access to a means for overdose.