What's Underneath "High-Functioning" BPD | Interview w/ Tiffany (BPD dx)

The 54-minute-long extended split-screen version of this interview w/ Tiffany is available for Tier 2 channel members and at the shop, along with the other PD Project material: https://shop.mndflds.com/products Become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/borderlinernotes/join Extended Split-Screen Version: https://youtu.be/FWgiqp7UWN0 Tiffany (dx'd w/ BPD) details how her “high-functioning” exterior covers a history of suicidality, self-harm, and chaotic relationships. She describes the invalidation of clinicians and peers, a seven-year abusive relationship, leapfrogging to new attachments to avoid being alone, and the way feeling unliked can rapidly escalate to suicidal thinking. Throughout, she emphasizes the exhaustion of wanting to be seen and believed as a full person, not just an MD. 0:00 Isolation Hides BPD Symptoms / Not Having Friends 2:32 “Seven-year relationship” ≠ Wellness; Leapfrog to New Relationship 3:49 Always Having to Prove She Has BPD / The Cutting Incident / The Criteria 7:14 Not Getting Help / The Belt Attempt / People Don't Want to Believe Her 9:42 Suicidality / What Prevents Her From Doing It 13:09 What Triggers Suicidality / Invalidating Environments / Feeling Unliked 16:18 Losing Relationships / Toxic friendship patterns, passivity, and resentment 21:36 Choosing bad relationships to avoid being alone; Self-Respect 24:19 Still Having Hope If you or someone you know is considering self-harm or suicide, it’s okay to ask for help. 24 hour support is provided by https://www.hopeline-nc.org (877.235.4525), https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org (800.273.8255), https://kidshelpphone.ca (800.668.6868). SAMHSA’s National Helpline: If you or someone you know is dealing with substance misuse or mental illness, call 1-800-662-4357 for free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. If you are impacted by BPD/personality dysfunction and are looking for a list of Psychoeducation resources, visit: https://gundersonpdi.mclean.harvard.edu/psychoeducational-resources/ Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, opinion, or other information. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability whatsoever for any damages, loss, injury, or suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication."