Although it is usually seen as a positive thing, having too much self-awareness can exacerbate the symptoms of BPD.

There may be differences in how the BPD symptoms may present in men compared to women, but surprisingly it's more so the same.

A simple explanation of the experience of someone else with BPD might help you to open your eyes and understand yourself better.

Given my experience living with BPD and years of studying the disorder, I will attempt to acknowledge most of its aspects in this article.

It is incorrect to assume that gaslighting is common among those with BPD, as paranoid ideation is frequently mistaken for gaslighting.

If you have BPD, your definition of success may revolve more around happiness than the general desire for wealth and social status.

Sadness is an inevitable part of life that people normally avoid. But in some instances, people desire sadness for the sake of being sad.

People with BPD may utilize caffeine as an escape, but in many cases, it just brings more anxiety to the individual.