Tag Archives: dbt
Dr. Linehan talks about her own struggles.
Dr. Linehan has been an inspiration to many, including me, in trying to figure out how to deal with borderline personality disorder. I count myself among the fortunate few who have had an opportunity to be trained by Dr. Linehan … Continue reading
DBT again shown to be effective
The American Psychological Association highlights some key findings regarding the treatment of personality disorders. Help for personality disorders: In a study comparing dialectical behavior therapy and traditional psychotherapy, women who underwent dialectical behavior therapy were more successful at reducing suicide … Continue reading
Forbes.com: The Forgotten Patients
Forbes magazine has a lengthy article on suicidality and its treatment. The magazine reports: Wixom spent the next year in group and individual sessions learning practical skills to manage her emotions so that they didn’t spiral out of control. They … Continue reading