Dr. Karen Jacob discusses the complexities of borderline personality disorder (BPD), including its diagnosis, underlying causes, emotional regulation strategies, and treatment approaches. She shares her expertise on the neurobiological aspects, therapeutic techniques, and the importance of understanding and destigmatizing BPD.

RESOURCES:
Hannah Spier Interview: https://youtu.be/fYmasy8vjUM
Karen Jacob's Children's Book: https://noquam.com/
Karen Jacob's Profile: https://www.mcleanhospital.org/profile/karen-jacob
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TIME STAMPS:
00:00 In This Episode
00:29 Introducing Dr. Karen Jacob
00:50 Defining Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
04:48 Vulnerability In Borderline Personality Disorder
-Dr. Hannah Spier Interview: https://youtu.be/fYmasy8vjUM
06:55 Interpersonal Relationships and BPD
-Jennifer R. Young Interview: https://youtu.be/i3wk1RdfHiI
10:15 The Roots of Borderline Personality Disorder
15:05 Attachment and Developmental Pathways
17:38 Manipulation vs. Need for Connection
-Dr. Dani Sulikowski Interview: https://youtu.be/TX_iMpNyzIo
23:18 Self-Harm and Threats of Self-Harm
24:28 Impact vs. Intent in BPD
29:47 The Nuances of BPD Diagnosis
32:46 Behavioral Changes in Treatment Settings
35:23 The Complexity of Self-Understanding
36:51 Neuroscience of Self-Harm
40:41 DBT and Continuous Support in Treatment
45:32 Suicidality and BPD: Understanding the Risks
48:10 Emotional Management in BPD
55:04 Navigating Anger and Shame in BPD
59:57 The Interpersonal Nature of BPD
01:01:45 Supporting a Partner with BPD
01:05:36 BPD Therapies and White Knight Syndrome
01:10:06 Understanding Treatment Duration and Goals
01:13:04 The Spectrum of Personality Disorders
-Dr. Fiona Girkin Interview: https://youtu.be/OLQzcOoWBmE
01:16:34 Shame and the Spectrum of Personality Disorders
01:19:40 Shame or Manipulation?
-Dr. Dan Jones Interview: https://youtu.be/kZwZ5hXlz8k
01:23:47 Distinguishing Between BPD and Antisocial Behaviors
01:26:31 Building Healthy Relationships with BPD Awareness
01:28:55 find Karen Jacob online
01:29:41 Leading the Field of BPD
01:31:21 Further Recommendations