{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"It’s All Your Fault: High Conflict People","title":"Bringing It to Life #6: Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder Part One with Guest Amanda Smith","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2007,"description":"In this episode of It's All Your Fault, Megan Hunter and Bill Eddy are joined by special guest Amanda Smith to discuss Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), continuing our Bringing It to Life series. They explore the common experiences of individuals with BPD, such as intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and self-destructive tendencies.\nThe Power of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)\nAmanda highlights the effectiveness of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in treating BPD, emphasizing the importance of group therapy in conjunction with individual therapy. She shares success stories of individuals who have made significant progress through court-ordered DBT treatment.\nQuestions we answer in this episode:\nWhat are the common experiences of individuals with BPD?\nHow can individuals with BPD work towards recovery?\nIs court-ordered DBT treatment effective for individuals with BPD?\nKey Takeaways:\nBPD is characterized by intense emotions, impulsive behaviors, and self-destructive tendencies.\nDBT, which combines individual and group therapy, is a highly effective treatment for BPD.\nIndividuals with BPD can make significant progress towards recovery through consistent and dedicated treatment.\nThis episode offers valuable insights into understanding Borderline Personality Disorder, exploring effective treatment options, and discussing the emotional struggles faced by individuals with BPD. Listeners will gain knowledge and strategies for supporting their loved ones on the path to recovery.\nLinks & Other Notes\nGUEST\nAmanda Smith, LCSW\nBOOKS\nThe Borderline Personality Disorder Wellness Planner for Families\nThe Dialectical Behavior Therapy Wellness Planner\nThe Big Book on Borderline Personality Disorder\nCOURSE\nOnline Borderline Personality Disorder Family Course [begins May 29, 2024]—led by Amanda Smith\nCoping with Chronic Suicidal Thinking and Planning: Success Strategies for Providers, Family Members, and Individuals Who Are Suffering [1-hour webinar Saturday, May 18 at...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/mMyRt1KE9ifhcy6s5OCZZIHSa3HFTTLMyzXMa0kp8z4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzMzMTkxLzE2NjA0/MTU5MjAtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}