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October 1-7 is Borderline Personality Disorder awareness week! For many people living with BPD, life can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. But it’s important to remember that with the right support and understanding, this doesn't need to hold you, or anyone with this diagnosis, back 🌱 What is BPD? BPD is characterised by: - Intense emotional responses - Fear of abandonment - Unstable relationships - Impulsivity and risky behaviors - Chronic feelings of emptiness - Difficulty with self-identity How can we help? 🧠 Awareness & Understanding: Stigma around BPD can be harmful. By learning more about the condition, we can reduce misunderstandings and offer support to those affected. 💡 Effective Treatments: Approaches like Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) have proven to be life-changing for many people living with BPD, offering tools for managing emotions and building healthier relationships. 🤝 Support Networks: Friends, family, and professionals can provide critical support and encouragement. If you or someone you love is struggling with BPD, reaching out for help is the first step. You are not alone, and support is available 💛 💬Let's start the conversation. #BPDAwarenessWeek #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #MentalHealthMatters #YourMindMatters #SupportAndRecovery #BreakTheStigma https://lnkd.in/gUwn5XK

🌟 Unlock the Power of Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Eating Disorders! 🌟 📆Date: 13 -14 August, 2024 🕒Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm AEST 🌐 Venue: Online via Zoom 🎤 Presented by: Dr. Elizabeth Rieger In this 12-hour LIVE online training, Dr. Rieger will introduce attendees to using IPT in the context of eating disorders. Whether as a stand-alone treatment or a component of Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E), learn how to address interpersonal factors relevant to these conditions. 📚 Training Highlights: ▪️ Explore theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence supporting IPT for eating disorders ▪️ Develop introductory-level skills for implementing IPT ▪️ Understand applications of variants of standard IPT, including maintenance IPT and group IPT 📩 Contact: info@cewbi.com.au Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills in addressing interpersonal factors in eating disorder treatment with Dr. Rieger! #InterpersonalPsychotherapy #EatingDisorders #Training #CEWBI #MentalHealthAwareness

October 1-7 is Borderline Personality Disorder awareness week! For many people living with BPD, life can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. But it’s important to remember that with the right support and understanding, this doesn't need to hold you, or anyone with this diagnosis, back 🌱 What is BPD? BPD is characterised by: - Intense emotional responses - Fear of abandonment - Unstable relationships - Impulsivity and risky behaviors - Chronic feelings of emptiness - Difficulty with self-identity How can we help? 🧠 Awareness & Understanding: Stigma around BPD can be harmful. By learning more about the condition, we can reduce misunderstandings and offer support to those affected. 💡 Effective Treatments: Approaches like Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) have proven to be life-changing for many people living with BPD, offering tools for managing emotions and building healthier relationships. 🤝 Support Networks: Friends, family, and professionals can provide critical support and encouragement. If you or someone you love is struggling with BPD, reaching out for help is the first step. You are not alone, and support is available 💛 💬Let's start the conversation. #BPDAwarenessWeek #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #MentalHealthMatters #YourMindMatters #SupportAndRecovery #BreakTheStigma https://lnkd.in/gjDKbtBd

Essentials (On-Demand CME) - Motivational Interviewing Dive into the world of Motivdational Interviewing. Join us for a comprehensive CME session designed to equip physicians with the tools to address substance use disorders effectively. Led by Dr. R. Gregory Lande, past president of the American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine (AOAAM), this course will cover: - Understand the fundamentals of Motivational Interviewing - Explore real-life scenarios through video examples - Learn how to make informed treatment plans and referrals Whether you're a primary care provider or specialist, this webinar is essential for enhancing your practice. Claim your credits and download course materials to further your professional development. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a positive impact in the field of addiction medicine. https://buff.ly/4c6AYsv #AOAAM #MotivationalInterviewing #SubstanceUseDisorders #CME #ProfessionalDevelopment

Last night, I presented my assessment task on Borderline Personality Disorder. I began by unpacking general beliefs about BPD, aiming to provide a clearer understanding of BPD through my project. I then dived into the experience of individuals with BPD, particularly focusing on their tendency towards black-and-white thinking and how this presents in many areas of their life (especially relationships). I discussed the prevalence of BPD, followed by an overview of the DSM-5 & ICD-11 criteria for diagnosis. I also examined the risk factors associated with BPD, including its relationship with CPTSD (which I found quite interesting). For assessment, I recommended the PAI as a valuable tool for evaluating BPD through comprehensive profiles. This assessment was integrated into diagnostic reports to determine if individuals met the DSM-5 criteria for BPD and to provide recommendations for further treatment, such as psychotherapy. Finally, I explored evidence-based therapies and pharmacotherapy options for individuals with BPD, emphasising the importance of continued psychotherapy alongside medication. I would love to hear other psychologists' thoughts on my assessment task! #borderlinepersonalitydisorder #bpd #dsm5 #psychologystudent

🧠 Today, on National Schizophrenia Awareness Day, we're proud to launch our latest initiative! 🌟 Introducing 'Roads Less Taken: Emerging Options for Comprehensive Symptom Management of Schizophrenia' - a new CME activity aimed at advancing understanding and treatment of schizophrenia. The activity is designed to allow learners to take an interactive voyage through the learning process, building upon clinical concepts and knowledge as they venture further down the digital pathway. Join us in spreading awareness and knowledge! Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to: ✔️List common positive, negative, and cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia. ✔️Describe alternative molecular pathways involved in schizophrenia and how these relate to the presentation of positive, negative, and cognitive symptoms. ✔️Review the efficacy and safety of emerging therapies for the treatment of positive, negative, and cognitive symptoms in schizophrenia. ➡️CME | CNE | CPE 1.00 Credit https://hubs.ly/Q02HZFNk0 #NationalSchizophreniaAwarenessDay #CME #Course

Have you ever experienced stage fright or frozen under pressure? In this video, Patrick Eric, our Co-Founder and CCO, interviews Dr Jay, a Clinical Psychologist at HealthDeliver, about performance anxiety. Dr Jay explains how anxiety can affect us, its purpose, and how it can either help or hinder performance. The conversation delves into practical strategies for managing anxiety, from grounding techniques to cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and offers valuable tips for staying calm and focused under pressure. Interested in personalised strategies to manage your anxiety? Book a consultation with Dr Jay to get expert guidance tailored to your needs: https://lnkd.in/deeAdP6T

Wednesday, September 11th, 2024 | 9:30a to 4:30p ET Case Management of Persons with Borderline Personality: A Generalist’s Approach Angela L. Belleville, LMHC NYSED Approved for 6.5 CE Credits NASW-NYC Members: $110.5 | Other Chapter Members: $175.5 | Non-Members: $208 DECRIPTION: This workshop is aimed towards generalist mental health providers and teams. It provides an overview of borderline personality disorder (BPD) formulation and features along with exploring common challenges like vague plans, triangulation, transference/countertransference and more that generalist social workers face when working with the BPD population. Part of the workshop is dedicated to familiarizing staff with a systematic approach when working as part of a multidisciplinary team. This approach emphasizes a curious, responsive, and optimistic therapeutic stance that aims to foster secure attachment and allows for effective crisis planning, problem-solving, case management and advocacy support. Some tips and "must" skills are also explored. After the completion of this webinar, participants will be able to: 1. Describe the etiology, theory and key features of Borderline Personality Disorder 2. Discuss comorbidities, associated problems, and confounding issues associated with BPD 3. Identify common treatment interfering issues that can impact the therapeutic relationship and explore solutions. 4. Explain a structured case management approach and core treatment strategies. 5. Apply principles of case management approach and basic strategies to case examples REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/gwBhdmUi

People may struggle to read between the lines and understand the deeper meaning of a situation due to differences in how their brains process information. This could be because of difficulty with abstract thinking, understanding non-verbal cues, or a lack of exposure to diverse social interactions. Some individuals may find it hard to pick up on subtle hints because they have a more literal way of thinking. Certain conditions like neurodevelopmental disorders can also make it challenging to grasp complex situations. It's essential to be patient and empathetic since everyone has their unique way of seeing the world.

Quick guide for treatment (Schizophrenia)