Theme Of Personality Disorder In The Movie Silver Linings Playbook

What is Borderline Personality Disorder? Defined by the website www.borderlinepersonalitydisorder.com, “Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious mental illness that causes unstable moods, behavior, and relationships. It usually begins during adolescence or early adulthood.” One may wonder what can be the cause of this disorder. BPD can be detected by an in-person interview about the symptoms that are occurring. The input from family and close friends of the individual that is being treated can also help detect the symptoms. The causes for BPD are not fully

     The movie, “Girl Interrupted,”is about a teenage girl named Susanna Kaysen who has been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. People with Borderline Personality Disorder “are often emotionally unstable, impulsive, unpredictable, irritable, and anxious. They also are prone to boredom. Their behavior is similar to that of individuals with schizotypal personality disorder but they are not as consistently withdrawn and bizarre” (Santrock, 2003). In “Girl Interrupted” Susanna Kaysen the main character, goes through many episodes that give a picture of the disorder she’s suffering from. The first such incident occurs when the psychiatrist is talks to Susanna about her

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be described in simple terms as a condition in which sufferers experience long periods of emotional instability and troubled feelings about themselves and other people. These troubled feelings allow individuals to take impulsive measures and have trouble in their relationships (Bouchard, Sabourin, Lussier & Villeneuve, 2009). BPD basically comprises of unusual intensities of instability in mood and irrational thinking also referred to as splitting. Splitting in BPD involves a switch between negative perception of others and idealization (Sperry, 2003). This usually occurs along with irregular mood swings and can negatively impact on the existing relationships such as family,

After analyzing Tiffany Maxwell’s character, I have come to the conclusion that she could be diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Within the DSM-5 there are extensive lists that psychologists use when determining whether or not

Without any dispute, the 1992 feature film "Single White Female" is an excellent example of a psychological "thriller", which it was initially touted as and seemingly confirmed by grossing several million dollars. However, the one particular aspect of this film that truly confirms to the label of psychological is the characterization of Hedy Carlson, who functions extremely well as a case study for Borderline Personality Disorder. By definition, Borderline Personality Disorder is a condition in which someone exhibits "A pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts"¦" (APA 2000). A fairly comprehensive examination of Hedy's actions and personality within "Single White Female" lends credible evidence that she is in fact suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder, and also alludes to forms of treatment that may be of assistance in any attempts to counteract the effects of this condition.

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a condition characterized by the inability to regulate emotions. This results in impulsivity, poor self-image, poor personal relationships, and mood swings. She’s come undone by Wally Lamb unravels Dolores Price’s BPD as she goes through several stressors in her life which ultimately end with her condition. The purpose of this paper is to underscore the various stressors and her resulting behavior, and why they have led me to believe she has BPD. The diagnosis is based on an evaluation of her symptoms and references the DSM-5 to confirm the diagnosis. This is followed by a literary review of Borderline Personality Disorder including its symptoms, causes, and treatments. Two defense mechanisms utilized

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious psychiatric illness. People that are diagnosed with this disorder suffer from an intense pattern of affective instability, extreme difficulties in interpersonal relationships, problems with behavioral or impulse control, and disrupted cognitive processes. The estimated prevalence of BPD in the general adult population is about 2%, mostly affecting young women.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a severe mental health disorder that cause changes in the mood and behavior of a person. According to www.mhhe.com, traits of BPD would be “self-destruction behaviors, fear of abandonment, and mood shifts.” People suffering from BPD has symptoms and problem with regulating emotions (intense mood swings), low self-worth, aggressive behavior, and a fear of abandonment (being left behind). It has been found that BPD has vague symptoms that is based on a wide collection. The cause of BPD are not well understood, but some psychoanalytic believe the symptoms come from poor care taking during childhood.

The causes of borderline personality disorder (BPD) are unclear, but it often has severe effects on the one suffering from this disorder as well as those around them and closest to them. This disorder often strikes at a young age in the teens or early adulthood. Usually someone affected by BPD lacks a clear understanding of their goals and direction or purpose of their life. (Life on the borderline, 2014). Symptoms include; broad swings in their opinions and values. Those who suffer from BPD often have poor self esteem and feel others don’t support them. When in a relationship someone with BPD will expect to be the center of attention (Rathus, 2010). This was demonstrated in the movie Mommie Dearest, directed by Frank Perry (1981). The audience observes Joan during a photoshoot for publicity. The reporter centered his attention on Christina (Diana Scarwid), Joan’s daughter. Joan becomes very disgusted and called the photo shoot to an abrupt stop. The relationship Joan had with Mr. Mayer (MGM studios) also demonstrates some of the personality traits of BPD. In relationships, those with BPD, tend to view others as all good or all bad. Everything is right or wrong, black or white. There is no middle ground (Life on the borderline, 2014). Joan goes into her meeting with Mr. Mayer believing he is her friend and her lifeline to her failing career. She leaves feeling not only that she is worthless, but that he is her enemy. She feels very unsupported and as her career and life are over. A person with BPD also Forms bonds with others very quickly and expects to be the center of attention and have those they are in relationships with devote all their time and efforts only to them (Life on the

The main feature of borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image and emotions. People with borderline personality disorder are also usually very impulsive.

“Personality disorders have been documented in approximately 9 percent of the general U.S. population” (Angstman, Rasmussen, 2011). Emotional dysregulation disorder or its common name borderline personality disorder is a very serious and chronic disorder. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) describes borderline personality disorder as “a pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, and marked impulsivity that begins by early adulthood and is present in a variety of contexts” (Gardner, 2006). Within the last 20 years, psychologists and other mental health professionals have made tremendous strides in research on what exactly borderline personality disorder, some of its triggers and possible effective treatment options. Borderline personality disorder is defined as a disorder that generates severe emotional instability which can be a springboard that can lead to other stress induced mental and behavioral problems.

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious and complex mental disorder involving maladaptive behaviors and multiple symptoms. This disorder often occurs in the context of relationships and can have a chaotic effect not only on the individual with BPD but also on their loved ones. According to the NIMH, “borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious mental illness characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationship”.9 A primary character of BPD is behavioral and emotional dysregulation. These behaviors are difficult

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental disorder that results in a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, emotions, and personal (self) image. Those with BPD are often very impulsive, often with a disregard for safety or consequences of the behavior. These behaviors are often self injurious in nature, including suicide attempts, self-mutilation (cutting or burning), or even risky sexual behaviors. Consider the Mad Hatter displayed in the clip of Alice in Wonderland. The Mad Hatter jumps back and forth between helping Alice and hating her existence without regard for his own safety.

Likewise, the author read that Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is described as instability in interpersonal relationship, self-image and mood, a fast fluctuation between emotional states, impulsive behaviour and an inclination towards self-harm and suicidal thinking (NICE 2009).

In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manuel of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition, Borderline personality disorder is described as having a pervasive pattern of instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, affects, and marked impulsivity that begins by early adulthood and is present in a variety of contexts. In order to be diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, the individual must demonstrate five or more of the nine behaviors experienced within the disorder. The nine criterion behaviors within the disorder include: (1) frantic efforts to avoid abandonment, (2) a pattern of unstable and intense relationships characterized by alternating between extremes of idealization and devaluation, (3) identity disturbance: markedly and persistently unstable self-image or sense of self, (4) impulsivity in at least two areas that are potentially self damaging such as sexuality, spending, substance abuse, binge eating or reckless driving, (5) recurrent suicidal behavior, gestures, threats, or self mutilating behavior, (6) affective