Borderline Personality Disorder

Overview

Borderline Personality Disorder is a mental health condition characterized by persistent patterns of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, emotions, and marked impulsivity. Research published in Schizophrenia Disorders And Therapy addresses several dimensions relevant to understanding and treating this condition. The journal has examined the role of mental functions and autobiographical memory in adolescent identity development, exploring how these processes may prevent identity diffusion, aggressiveness, and depression—features closely associated with borderline pathology. Studies have investigated therapeutic approaches including cognitive-analytic therapy in populations with post-traumatic stress disorder, a condition frequently comorbid with borderline personality disorder. The journal has also published research on innovative suicide prevention and treatment methods, addressing one of the most critical clinical concerns in borderline personality disorder management. Additional work has explored the endocannabinoid system's role in sleep regulation and circadian rhythms, relevant to understanding the neurobiological underpinnings of mood and behavioral dysregulation. This research matters because borderline personality disorder significantly impairs functioning and quality of life, and evidence-based understanding of its developmental origins, comorbidities, and treatment approaches remains essential for improving clinical outcomes.

Research published in this journal

6 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 6 articles above have been cited 2 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• Intergenerational transmission of childhood interpersonal trauma in adults entering therapy for intimate partner violence: The role of identity diffusion
  2025 · Child Abuse & Neglect
• Intergenerational transmission of childhood interpersonal trauma in adults entering therapy for intimate partner violence: The role of identity diffusion
  2025 · Child Abuse & Neglect

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