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Temes CM, Boccagno C, Gold AK, Kobaissi H, Hsu I, Montinola S, Sylvia LG. Comorbidity of bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder: Phenomenology, course, and treatment considerations. Bipolar Disord 2024. [PMID: 39034111 DOI: 10.1111/bdi.13465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/23/2024]
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AIM Bipolar disorder (BD) and borderline personality disorder (BPD) are both serious psychiatric conditions that elevate the risk for harmful outcomes. Although these conditions represent distinct diagnostic entities, existing research suggests that approximately 20% of individuals with BD meet the criteria for comorbid BPD. Individuals with comorbid BD/BPD appear to have a markedly more severe and phenomenologically distinct clinical course when compared with those with BD alone. However, treatments have generally not been tested in this specific population, and currently, no formal treatment guidelines exist for this subgroup of patients. METHOD In the current paper, we review the epidemiological and descriptive research characterizing those with comorbid BD/BPD and discuss the impact of this comorbidity on psychosocial treatment. We also review current findings on evidence-based treatments for BD and BPD that show promise in treating those with comorbid BD/BPD. RESULTS In our review of the literature, we highlight the importance of recognizing this comorbidity and discuss avenues for developing and integrating evidence-based treatment approaches for this understudied clinical population. CONCLUSIONS Although formal trials of interventions targeted to comorbid BD/BPD are limited, there is promising evidence regarding the possibility of using or integrating existing evidence-based approaches for this population. There are also several areas of clinical practice improvement and future research directions that stem from this literature.
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- Christina M Temes
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Dauten Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychiatry, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Dauten Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychiatry, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard T.H. Chan School for Public Health, Department of Epidemiology, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Dauten Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychiatry, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Dauten Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Dauten Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Dauten Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Dauten Center for Bipolar Treatment Innovation, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychiatry, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Blay M, Duarte M, Benmakhlouf I, Amate M, Perroud N, Speranza M, Choi-Kain L, Ronningstam E. Psychoeducation for Pathologic Narcissism and Narcissistic Personality Disorder: A Review and Proposal for a Good Psychiatric Management-based Six-week Group Program. J Psychiatr Pract 2024; 30:249-258. [PMID: 39058523 DOI: 10.1097/pra.0000000000000797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/28/2024]
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Pathologic narcissism (PN) and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) are 2 common and stigmatized clinical constructs that are known to have large consequences for patients' functioning and mental health-related outcomes. To date, no treatment for these conditions has been empirically validated, but there is a relative consensus about the importance of psychoeducation. Here we present a model for a psychoeducational intervention for patients with PN or NPD. We start with a review of the current evidence on the role of psychoeducation in different treatment models for PN, and we discuss several aspects regarding the content and format of this type of intervention. Based on this review, we outline a 6-week Good Psychiatric Management-based psychoeducation group program that we developed. We also describe how such a psychoeducational intervention can be implemented individually, with fewer resources, in general care settings. Finally, we discuss the strengths and limitations of our approach and elaborate on the rationale for our proposal. We believe that this program proposal is a first step in the development of psychoeducational programs for PN and NPD that can be further corrected and enhanced.
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- Martin Blay
- ADDIPSY Addictology and Psychiatry Outpatient Centre, Santé Basque Développement Group, Lyon, France
- Paris-Saclay University, UVSQ, INSERM, Center for Epidemiology and Population Health Team "DevPsy", Villejuif, France
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- Psychiatric Specialties Unit, University Hospitals of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- ADDIPSY Addictology and Psychiatry Outpatient Centre, Santé Basque Développement Group, Lyon, France
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- ADDIPSY Addictology and Psychiatry Outpatient Centre, Santé Basque Développement Group, Lyon, France
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- Psychiatric Specialties Unit, University Hospitals of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Paris-Saclay University, UVSQ, INSERM, Center for Epidemiology and Population Health Team "DevPsy", Villejuif, France
- Versailles Hospital Center, University Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Le Chesnay, France
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- Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
- Gunderson Personality Disorder Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA
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- Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
- Gunderson Personality Disorder Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA
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Choi-Kain LW, Murray GE, Jurist J, Ren B, Germine L. Online psychoeducation and digital assessments as a first step of treatment for borderline personality disorder: A protocol for a pilot randomized controlled trial. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0294331. [PMID: 38060545 PMCID: PMC10703320 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0294331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Treatment trials for borderline personality disorder (BPD) have consistently demonstrated that approaches that are diagnostically tailored are superior to those which are not. Currently, gold standard treatments for BPD are highly intensive, lengthy, and specialized, leading to a critical gap between the supply and demand of effective, evidence-based treatment for patients who receive a diagnosis of BPD. Psychoeducation, which is a common component of most treatments known to be effective, is a low-cost, low-burden intervention proven to relieve symptoms. The present study builds on psychoeducation research, assessing online video prescriptions as a means of disseminating information patients need to know about their diagnosis and care. METHODS This article presents the study protocol for a safety, feasibility, and preliminary efficacy trial of psychoeducational video prescriptions and online assessment with feedback for newly diagnosed individuals with BPD. We aim to recruit 100 adults recently diagnosed with BPD to be randomly assigned to receive videos about BPD or videos about non-BPD mental health topics that are matched in length in the first step of the study. All participants will complete daily surveys about their emotions, interpersonal interactions, and behaviors, as well as self-report assessments and cognitive tests at 4 different time points. Half of the participants in the intervention group will receive feedback on their symptom ratings and cognitive test performance to assess whether there is incremental value in tailoring this online set of interventions with individualized feedback unique to each participant. This study aims to assess the effects of BPD-focused psychoeducational videos with and without personalized feedback, on BPD and depressive symptom severity as well as core mechanisms of the disorder such as loneliness, rejection sensitivity, cognitive control difficulties, and self-clarity. Results will inform efforts to progress to a larger, more definitive trial. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinical trials registration: The protocol is registered with ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05358925.
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- Lois W. Choi-Kain
- McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts, United States of America
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
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- Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
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- McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts, United States of America
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- McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts, United States of America
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
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- McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts, United States of America
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
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Sauer-Zavala S, Southward MW, Hood CO, Elhusseini S, Fruhbauerova M, Stumpp NE, Semcho SA. Conceptual development and case data for a modular, personality-based treatment for borderline personality disorder. Personal Disord 2023; 14:369-380. [PMID: 35084872 PMCID: PMC9748867 DOI: 10.1037/per0000520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a heterogenous condition, and variations in its presentation may be accounted for by individual differences in personality dimensions. Extant treatments for BPD are long term and intensive; it is possible that prioritizing the personality-based difficulties that underlie an individual's symptoms may improve the efficiency of care. This article describes the conceptual background for the development of a novel, personality-based intervention for BPD (BPD Compass), which was informed by recent research on personality mechanisms maintainin this condition, and was designed to address gaps left by existing treatments and to be maximally efficient and disseminable. BPD Compass is a comprehensive, short-term package with a fully modular design that allows for personalization (e.g., all skills can be presented in isolation or in any order based on pretreatment assessment). We discuss the theoretical background for its development, an overview of the skills included in the treatment, as well as preliminary efficacy data. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).
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Kvarstein EH, Frøyhaug M, Pettersen MS, Carlsen S, Ekberg A, Fjermestad-Noll J, Ulvestad DA, Gikling EL, Hjermann E, Lindberget K, Omvik S, Eikenæs IUM, Hummelen B, Morken KTE, Wilberg T, Pedersen GAF. Improvement of personality functioning among people treated within personality disorder mental health services. A longitudinal, observational study. Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1163347. [PMID: 37229394 PMCID: PMC10203961 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1163347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
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Objective Evidence-based personality disorder (PD) treatments are dominated by interventions targeting Borderline PD, although clinical populations characteristically include different PD features and severity. Personality functioning is a new concept intended to capture common features across PDs. This study aimed to investigate longitudinal improvement of personality functioning in a clinical sample assigned to PD treatment. Method An observational, large, longitudinal study of patients in PD treatments on specialist mental health service levels (N = 1,051). DSM-5 PDs were systematically assessed on referral. Personality functioning was repeatedly assessed (LPFS-BF-2.0), supplemented by symptom distress (anxiety: PHQ-GAD-7, depression: PHQ-9), and social/occupational activity (WSAS, work/study activity). Statistics were linear mixed models. Results Thirty per cent had personality difficulties below PD threshold. Among PDs, 31% had Borderline (BPD), 39% Avoidant (AvPD), 15% not otherwise specified, 15% other PDs, and 24% > one PD. More severe initial LPFS-BF was associated with younger age, presence of PD and increasing number of total PD criteria. Across PD conditions, LPFS-BF, PHQ-9 and GAD-7 improved significantly (overall effect size 0.9). Mean duration of PD treatment was 15 (SD 9) months. Drop-out rates were low (12%). LPFS-BF improvement-rates were higher for BPD. Younger age was moderately associated with slower PHQ-9 improvement. Work/study activity was initially poor, poorer levels associated with AvPD and younger age, and improvement was non-significant across PD conditions. AvPD was associated with slower WSAS improvement-rates. Conclusion Personality functioning improved across PD conditions. The results highlight BPD improvements. The study points to challenges concerning AvPD treatment, poor occupational activity and age-related differences.
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- Elfrida H. Kvarstein
- Section for Personality Psychiatry and Specialized Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Groruddalen District Psychiatric Center, Akershus University Hospital, Akershus, Norway
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- Department of Addiction Medicine, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Section for Personality Psychiatry and Specialized Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Department for Adult Psychiatry, Diakonhjemmet Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Section for Personality Psychiatry and Specialized Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Section for Personality Psychiatry and Specialized Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Kronstad District Psychiatric Center, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Strømme District Psychiatric Center, Sørlandet Hospital, Kristiansand, Norway
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- Kronstad District Psychiatric Center, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
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- Section for Personality Psychiatry and Specialized Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Research and Innovation, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Addiction Medicine, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Psychology, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Research and Innovation, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Section for Personality Psychiatry and Specialized Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Drews-Windeck E, Greenwood K, Cavanagh K. A systematic review and meta-analysis of digital interventions targeted at individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD), and related symptoms. J Clin Psychol 2023. [PMID: 37185891 DOI: 10.1002/jclp.23523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Revised: 02/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The present review investigates the impact of digital interventions for individuals with features of borderline personality disorder (BPD)/emotional unstable personality disorder (EUPD) as digital interventions show promise as therapeutic tools in underserved groups. BPD/EUPD features are identified as clinically relevant, yet previous reviews on the use of digital interventions fail to include subthreshold symptomatology. METHODS Five online databases were searched for terminology in three categories: BPD/EUPD and related symptoms, mental-health interventions, and digital technology. Additionally, four relevant journals and two trial registers were searched for additional papers meeting the inclusion criteria. RESULTS Twelve articles met all inclusion criteria. Meta-analyses revealed statistically significant differences in symptom measures between intervention and control groups at postintervention and decreases in BPD/EUPD symptomatology and well-being from pre- to postintervention. Service users' engagement, satisfaction, and acceptability of interventions were high. Results support the previous literature on the value of using digital interventions in populations with BPD/EUPD. CONCLUSION Overall, it was identified that digital interventions show promise for successful implementation with this population.
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- Elea Drews-Windeck
- School of Psychology, The University of Sussex, Brighton, UK
- Research & Development and Digital Services, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Worthing, UK
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- School of Psychology, The University of Sussex, Brighton, UK
- Research & Development and Digital Services, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Worthing, UK
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- School of Psychology, The University of Sussex, Brighton, UK
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Blay M, Cohen S, Jan M, Perroud N, Speranza M, Charbon P. [Towards a pragmatic cohabitation of theoretical and clinical models: The example of "Good Psychiatric Management" in the treatment of borderline personality disorder]. L'ENCEPHALE 2023:S0013-7006(23)00042-8. [PMID: 37088579 DOI: 10.1016/j.encep.2023.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2022] [Revised: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 04/25/2023]
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a common disorder in general and clinical populations and is related to potentially severe medical and socio-professional consequences. Treatment of BPD is based on evidence-based psychotherapies (such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mentalization-Based Therapy, Schema-Focused Therapy or Transference Focused Psychotherapy), which have been shown effective but are poorly available in France. Pharmacological treatments, which are more easily available, are not effective in treating symptoms of the disorder but can be useful in management of comorbidities. In this context, recently called "generalist" models have been developed, which every well-trained psychiatrist can implement in their daily practice, combining practical elements from evidence-based psychotherapies and elements of pharmacological management of symptoms and comorbidities. The purpose of this article is to present one of these models, the Good Psychiatric Management (GPM) and its basic principles and its applications, and to provide one of the first French-speaking resources about this model. In addition, beyond the practical elements proposed by the GPM, we discuss the deeper question that it raises, namely the question of a pragmatic integration of different theoretical and clinical models. Indeed, the treatment of BPD patients is at the junction of different conceptualizations of mental pathology (psychopathological, neurobiological) and different modalities of practice (psychotherapy, biological psychiatry). In a French context, that sometimes separates these two models, and in our opinion GPM constitutes an example of clinical collaboration which shows the interest of the combined role of psychiatrist-psychotherapist.
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- Martin Blay
- ADDIPSY, Centre ambulatoire d'addictologie et de psychiatrie, Groupe santé basque développement, 164, avenue Jean-Jaurès, 69007 Lyon, France; Université Claude-Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France.
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- Centre hospitalier de Versailles, Service universitaire de psychiatrie de l'enfant et de l'adolescent, Le Chesnay, France
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- Centre hospitalier de Versailles, Service universitaire de psychiatrie de l'enfant et de l'adolescent, Le Chesnay, France
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- Service des spécialités psychiatriques, Département de psychiatrie, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Genève, Suisse; Département de psychiatrie, Université de Genève, Genève, Suisse
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- Centre hospitalier de Versailles, Service universitaire de psychiatrie de l'enfant et de l'adolescent, Le Chesnay, France; Université Paris-Saclay, UVSQ, Inserm, Centre de recherche en épidémiologie et santé des populations Team "DevPsy", 94807 Villejuif, France
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- Service des spécialités psychiatriques, Département de psychiatrie, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, Genève, Suisse; Cabinet de groupe « D'un Monde à l'Autre », Lausanne, Suisse
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Athanasios A, Lee K. Using analogy to facilitate patient education with borderline personality disorder: The borderline car. J Eval Clin Pract 2022; 28:897-898. [PMID: 35945189 DOI: 10.1111/jep.13751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Revised: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Amira Athanasios
- Department of Psychiatry, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Health, Neptune City, New Jersey, USA
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Stoffers-Winterling JM, Storebø OJ, Kongerslev MT, Faltinsen E, Todorovac A, Sedoc Jørgensen M, Sales CP, Edemann Callesen H, Pereira Ribeiro J, Völlm BA, Lieb K, Simonsen E. Psychotherapies for borderline personality disorder: a focused systematic review and meta-analysis. Br J Psychiatry 2022; 221:538-552. [PMID: 35088687 DOI: 10.1192/bjp.2021.204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND A recently updated Cochrane review supports the efficacy of psychotherapy for borderline personality disorder (BPD). AIMS To evaluate the effects of standalone and add-on psychotherapeutic treatments more concisely. METHOD We applied the same methods as the 2020 Cochrane review, but focused on adult samples and comparisons of active treatments and unspecific control conditions. Standalone treatments (i.e. necessarily including individual psychotherapy as either the sole or one of several treatment components) and add-on interventions (i.e. complementing any ongoing individual BPD treatment) were analysed separately. Primary outcomes were BPD severity, self-harm, suicide-related outcomes and psychosocial functioning. Secondary outcomes were remaining BPD diagnostic criteria, depression and attrition. RESULTS Thirty-one randomised controlled trials totalling 1870 participants were identified. Among standalone treatments, statistically significant effects of low overall certainty were observed for dialectical behaviour therapy (self-harm: standardised mean difference (SMD) -0.54, P = 0.006; psychosocial functioning: SMD -0.51, P = 0.01) and mentalisation-based treatment (self-harm: risk ratio 0.51, P < 0.0007; suicide-related outcomes: risk ratio 0.10, P < 0.0001). For adjunctive interventions, moderate-quality evidence of beneficial effects was observed for DBT skills training (BPD severity: SMD -0.66, P = 0.002; psychosocial functioning: SMD -0.45, P = 0.002), and statistically significant low-certainty evidence was observed for the emotion regulation group (BPD severity: mean difference -8.49, P < 0.00001), manual-assisted cognitive therapy (self-harm: mean difference -3.03, P = 0.03; suicide-related outcomes: SMD -0.96, P = 0.005) and the systems training for emotional predictability and problem-solving (BPD severity: SMD -0.48, P = 0.002). CONCLUSIONS There is reasonable evidence to conclude that psychotherapeutic interventions are helpful for individuals with BPD. Replication studies are needed to enhance the certainty of findings.
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- Mental Health Services, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Denmark; and Department of Psychology, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
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- Mental Health Services, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Denmark; and Department of Psychology, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
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- Mental Health Services, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Denmark; Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine Odense (CEBMO), University of Southern Denmark, Denmark; and Cochrane Denmark, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
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- Mental Health Services, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Denmark
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- Research & Innovation Department, Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Department of Forensic Psychiatry, Rostock University Medical Centre, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Medical Center Mainz, Germany
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- Mental Health Services, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Denmark; and Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
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The Use of Computer-Driven Technologies in the Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11133685. [PMID: 35806970 PMCID: PMC9267789 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11133685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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The objective of this study was to perform a systematic review of the effectiveness of computer-driven technologies for treatment of patients suffering from BPD. A systematic literature review was conducted using the Pubmed, EMBASE, PsycNET (PsycINFO), CINAHL and Google Scholar electronic databases for the period from their inception dates until 2022. Thirty studies were selected for abstract screening. Seven studies were excluded for not meeting inclusion criteria. The remaining 23 studies were fully assessed, and 12 were excluded. Therefore, 11 studies were included in the analysis of the effectiveness of computer-driven technologies, which encompassed mobile applications, telehealth interventions, internet-based interventions, virtual reality MBT and dialogue-based integrated interventions. Computer-driven interventions are showing signs of effectiveness in the treatment of BPD symptoms. The limited number of articles found on the subject demonstrates a need for further exploration of this subject.
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van der Boom B, Boumparis N, Donker T, de Beurs D, Arntz A, Riper H. Internet-delivered interventions for personality disorders - A scoping review. Internet Interv 2022; 28:100525. [PMID: 35450140 PMCID: PMC9018158 DOI: 10.1016/j.invent.2022.100525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 03/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Personality disorders (PDs) form a substantial part of the mental health disease burden. Effective therapies to treat PDs exist, but they are time-consuming, costly, and difficult to scale up. Delivery through the internet could facilitate the scalability of effective treatment methods. OBJECTIVE This review summarizes existing evidence on internet-delivered psychotherapy for personality disorders. METHODS Because few randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have been carried out, we conducted a scoping review. We performed a systematic literature search in PubMed, Embase, MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycInfo, and Cochrane. Studies were selected if they conveyed research findings on internet-delivered PD interventions. RESULTS Eleven studies were included. The majority (n = 8) focused specifically on borderline personality disorder (BPD) and the other three on PD in general. The most frequently used form of intervention (n = 7) was the addition of a mobile app to a conventional evidence-based face-to-face treatment such as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Most interventions (n = 8) were still in the development and piloting phase; only two RCTs were found. Usability and patient satisfaction were moderate to high in all studies. Three studies demonstrated significant decreases in borderline personality disorder symptoms.The majority of the studies found were pilot or feasibility studies, most involving mobile apps offered in addition to face-to-face treatment. The add-ons were rated feasible, acceptable, and useful by patients. Reported challenges involved technical difficulties such as programming errors and bugs. Only 45% of the included studies reported on changes in PD symptoms, all showing reduction of symptoms and absence of adverse effects. CONCLUSIONS This scoping review found that internet interventions for PD are still under-researched, although initial outcomes show promise. The outcomes also encourage future research in terms of developing internet interventions as an add-on to existing treatments, as well as working toward the creation and testing of more encompassing internet-delivered treatments for PD.
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- Bram van der Boom
- Clinical Psychology Section, Department of Clinical, Neuro- and Developmental Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit, De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam, Netherlands,Corresponding author at: Department of Clinical Psychology, VU University Amsterdam, Van der Boechorststraat 1, 1081 BT Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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- Clinical Psychology Section, Department of Clinical, Neuro- and Developmental Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit, De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Clinical Psychology Section, Department of Clinical, Neuro- and Developmental Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit, De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam, Netherlands,Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, PO Box 7057, 1007 MB Amsterdam, Netherlands,Laboratory of Biological and Personality Psychology, Department of Psychology, University of Freiburg, Engelbergerstr, 41, D-79085 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
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- Clinical Psychology Section, Department of Clinical, Neuro- and Developmental Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit, De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam, Netherlands,Trimbos Institute—Netherlands Institute of Mental Health and Addiction, PO Box 725, 3500 AS Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Psychology, University of Amsterdam, Postbus 15804, 1001 NH Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Clinical Psychology Section, Department of Clinical, Neuro- and Developmental Psychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit, De Boelelaan 1105, 1081 HV Amsterdam, Netherlands,Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, PO Box 7057, 1007 MB Amsterdam, Netherlands,GGZ inGeest Specialized Mental Health Care, VU University Medical Centre, De Boelelaan 1118, 1081 HZ Amsterdam, Netherlands,Research Unit for Telepsychiatry and E-mental Health, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, DK-5230 Odense M, Denmark,Faculty of Medicine, FI-20014, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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Psychoeducational groups for close relatives of patients with borderline personality disorder. Eur Arch Psychiatry Clin Neurosci 2022:10.1007/s00406-022-01395-8. [PMID: 35294615 DOI: 10.1007/s00406-022-01395-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2021] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Psychoeducational groups for family members of patients with schizophrenia have proven to be effective. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) implies serious impairment in interpersonal relationships. Close relatives of individuals with BPD also show high levels of burden and need support. Psychoeducational groups could help to cope with the interactional problems in a relationship with a person with BPD. A manualised psychoeducational programme of 10 group sessions for close relatives of patients with BPD was tested. Measures administered at pretest and after 10 sessions were: perceived burden (IEQ-EU), knowledge about the disorder (WFBBPS-A) and quality of life (WHOQOL-BREF). For formative evaluation, a "Group Therapy Session Questionnaire" (participant and therapist version; GTS-A, GTS-T) was used. A total of 33 persons in three groups took part. Pre-post evaluations revealed a significantly lower level of burden and a significantly better knowledge about the disorder after participating in the psychoeducational group. Reduction of burden correlated significantly with the assessment of patients' symptom severity and carers' level of burden at study entry. There was no change in the quality of life. The participants and therapists generally rated the psychoeducational sessions very positively. The highest ratings were found in the sessions about communication skills and coping with crises. Findings indicate that the psychoeducational programme is well accepted and supportive for persons with close relationships to patients with BPD.
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Folmo EJ, Langjord T, Myhrvold NCS, Stänicke E, Lind M, Kvarstein EH. Pedagogical stance in mentalization-based treatment. J Clin Psychol 2022; 78:1764-1784. [PMID: 35263445 PMCID: PMC9543465 DOI: 10.1002/jclp.23335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Revised: 01/04/2022] [Accepted: 02/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background A common aspect of evidence‐based treatments for people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) is pedagogical interventions and formats. In mentalization‐based treatment (MBT) the introductory course has a clear pedagogical format, but a pedagogical stance is not otherwise defined. Methods Treatment integrity was quantitatively assessed in a sample of 346 individual MBT sessions. Nine group sessions and 24 individual MBT sessions were qualitatively subjected to interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). Results The dominating intervention type was MBT Item 16—therapist checking own understanding (31% of the interventions). IPA unveiled the following: (1) a pervasive, but hidden/implicit psychopedagogical agenda, (2) psychopedagogical content seemed precious for the patients, and (3) four tentative strategies for pedagogical interventions in MBT (a) independent reasoning; (b) epistemic trust; (c) mental flexibility; and (d) application of verified insights, knowledge, or strategies. Conclusion Development and clarification of the pedagogical stance in MBT could further improve the quality of therapists' interventions.
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- Espen J Folmo
- Department for National and Regional Functions, Division of Mental Health & Addiction, Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Personality Psychiatry, Section for Personality Psychiatry & Specialized Treatments, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department for National and Regional Functions, Division of Mental Health & Addiction, Section for Personality Psychiatry & Specialized Treatments, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.,Department of Psychology, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Psychology, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, United States
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- Department for National and Regional Functions, Division of Mental Health & Addiction, Section for Personality Psychiatry & Specialized Treatments, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.,Adult Psychiatry Unit, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Tong K, Costello S, McCabe E, Doherty AM. Mentalization-Based Treatment in a Naturalistic Setting in Ireland: A Cohort Study. Psychiatr Serv 2022; 73:46-52. [PMID: 34106745 DOI: 10.1176/appi.ps.202000810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study evaluated the real-world effectiveness of mentalization-based treatment by assessing the clinical status of patients before and after completing the treatment program, which was nested within a general adult community mental health service, and by comparing these patients with a treatment-as-usual group. METHODS In this retrospective longitudinal naturalistic study, patients with a primary diagnosis of borderline personality disorder received either mentalization-based treatment (N=34) or treatment as usual (N=51). Data were collected from clinical charts and hospital databases. Presentations to the emergency department (ED), psychiatric and medical hospitalizations, and rates of loss to follow-up were analyzed for both groups. RESULTS In the 2 years after a course of mentalization-based treatment, significant reductions were noted in psychiatric hospitalizations (p=0.018). Compared with the treatment-as-usual group, the intervention group had significant reductions in ED presentations (p=0.004) and medical admissions (p=0.040), when the analysis controlled for age and gender. At study endpoint, the proportion of patients lost to follow-up in the treatment-as-usual group was larger (χ2=7.59, df=1, p=0.006), with three deaths in the treatment-as-usual group and none in the mentalization-based treatment group. CONCLUSIONS Mentalization-based treatment embedded within a community mental health team may have a positive effect, with significant improvements in unscheduled service use and notable reductions in ED presentations, hospitalizations, loss to follow-up, and mortality. There may be value in building on this study with more prospective, systematic research and patient-reported outcomes to assess the practical significance of this intervention in general psychiatric settings.
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- Kezanne Tong
- East Blanchardstown Mental Health Service, Dublin (Tong); Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Galway, Galway, Ireland (Costello, McCabe); School of Medicine, University College Dublin, and Liaison Psychiatry, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin (Doherty)
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- East Blanchardstown Mental Health Service, Dublin (Tong); Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Galway, Galway, Ireland (Costello, McCabe); School of Medicine, University College Dublin, and Liaison Psychiatry, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin (Doherty)
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- East Blanchardstown Mental Health Service, Dublin (Tong); Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Galway, Galway, Ireland (Costello, McCabe); School of Medicine, University College Dublin, and Liaison Psychiatry, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin (Doherty)
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- East Blanchardstown Mental Health Service, Dublin (Tong); Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Galway, Galway, Ireland (Costello, McCabe); School of Medicine, University College Dublin, and Liaison Psychiatry, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin (Doherty)
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Klein JP, Hauer-von Mauschwitz A, Berger T, Fassbinder E, Mayer J, Borgwardt S, Wellhöfer B, Schweiger U, Jacob G. Effectiveness and safety of the adjunctive use of an internet-based self-management intervention for borderline personality disorder in addition to care as usual: results from a randomised controlled trial. BMJ Open 2021; 11:e047771. [PMID: 34497078 PMCID: PMC8438831 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-047771] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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IMPORTANCE Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a severe mental disorder that is often inadequately treated. OBJECTIVE To determine if adding a self-management intervention to care as usual (CAU) is effective and safe. DESIGN Randomised, controlled, rater-blind trial. Duration of treatment and assessments: 12 months. SETTING Secondary care, recruited mainly via the internet. PARTICIPANTS Patients with BPD and BPD Severity Index (BPDSI) of at least 15. INTERVENTIONS CAU by treating psychiatrist and/or psychotherapist alone or adjunctive use of an internet-based self-management intervention that is based on schema therapy (priovi). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Outcomes were assessed by trained raters. The primary outcome was change in BPDSI. The safety outcome was the number of serious adverse events (SAEs). The primary outcome time point was 12 months after randomisation. RESULTS Of 383 participants assessed for eligibility, 204 were included (91.7% female, mean age: 32.4 years; 74% were in psychotherapy and 26% were in psychiatric treatment). The slope of BPDSI change did not differ significantly between groups from baseline to 12 months (F3,248= 1.857, p=0.14). At 12 months, the within-group effect sizes were d=1.38 (95% CI 1.07 to 1.68) for the intervention group and d=1.02 (95% CI 0.73 to 1.31) for the control group. The between-group effect size was d=0.27 (95% CI 0.00 to 0.55) in the intention-to-treat sample and d=0.39 (95% CI 0.09 to 0.68) for those who used the intervention for at least 3 hours (per-protocol sample). We found no significant differences in SAEs. CONCLUSIONS We have not found a significant effect in favour of the intervention. This might be due to the unexpectedly large effect in the group receiving CAU by a psychiatrist and/or psychotherapist alone. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT03418142.
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- Jan Philipp Klein
- Department of Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, Lubeck, Germany
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- Department of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, Lubeck, Germany
- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, Lubeck, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, Lubeck, Germany
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Koivisto M, Melartin T, Lindeman S. "If you don't have a word for something, you may doubt whether it's even real" - how individuals with borderline personality disorder experience change. Psychother Res 2021; 31:1036-1050. [PMID: 33568008 DOI: 10.1080/10503307.2021.1883763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Objective: This study explored how psychological change was experienced and what treatment-related factors or events were perceived as supporting or hindering their process by individuals with borderline personality disorder. Methods: Eight BPD sufferers attended a 40-session psychoeducational group intervention at a community mental health care center. At intervention end, personal experience of meaningful change was explored in an in-depth interview and data were content-analyzed. Change in BPD symptoms was assessed by the Borderline Personality Disorder Severity Index IV interview. Results: The qualitative content analysis on subjectively perceived meaningful change yielded three core categories: (1) improved ability to observe and understand mental events, (2) decreased disconnection from emotions, emergence of new or adaptive emotional reactions and decrease in maladaptive ones, and (3) a new, more adaptive experience of self and agency. Accordingly, (1) learning and (2) normalizing emerged as the main categories of helpful treatment factors. In turn, treatment-related factors perceived as obstacles were: (1) aggression in the group, and (2) inflexibility. With respect to symptom change, four participants were considered clinically as remitted, and two showed a reliable change. Conclusions: Long-term psychoeducational group therapy seems to enhance mentalization / metacognitive functioning and promote self (or personality) integration in BPD patients.
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- University of Eastern Finland, Central Finland Health Care District
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Vanek J, Prasko J, Ociskova M, Hodny F, Holubova M, Minarikova K, Slepecky M, Nesnidal V. Insomnia in Patients with Borderline Personality Disorder. Nat Sci Sleep 2021; 13:239-250. [PMID: 33654445 PMCID: PMC7910080 DOI: 10.2147/nss.s295030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Both sleep disorders and BPD are prevalent in the population, and one is often a comorbidity of the other. This narrative review aims to assess contemporary literature and scientific databases to provide the current state of knowledge about sleep disorders in patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and clinical suggestions for managing sleep disorders in BPD patients and future research direction. METHODS Articles were acquired via PubMed and Web of Science, and papers published between January 1980 and October 2020 were extracted. Authors made a series of literature searches using the keywords: Sleep problems, Insomnia, Nightmares, Obstructive sleep apnea, Borderline personality disorder. The inclusion criteria were: published in peer-reviewed journals; studies in humans; or reviews on the related topic; English language. The exclusion criteria were: abstracts from conferences; commentaries; subjects younger than 18 years. After an inspection of the full texts, 42 papers from 101 were selected. Secondary documents from the reference lists of the primary designated papers were searched, assessed for suitability, and included. In total, 71 papers were included in the review process. RESULTS Sleep disturbance is common among patients with BPD. Nevertheless, the number of investigations is limited, and the prevalence differs between 5-45%. Studies assessing objective changes in sleep architecture in BPD show inconsistent results. Some of them identify REM sleep changes and a decrease in slow-wave sleep, while other studies found no objective sleep architecture changes. There is also a higher prevalence of nightmares in patients with BPD. Untreated insomnia can worsen BPD symptoms via interference with emotional regulation. BPD itself seems to influence the subjective quality of sleep significantly. Proper diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders in patients with BPD could lead to better results in therapy. Psychotherapeutic approaches can improve both sleep disorders and BPD symptoms. CONCLUSION Recognising and managing sleep disorders in patients with BPD may help alleviate the disorder's symptoms. Treatment of people with BPD may be more effective if the treatment plan explicitly addresses sleep problems. Further research is needed to reach reliable conclusions.
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- Jakub Vanek
- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University Palacky Olomouc, University Hospital, Olomouc, 77520, The Czech Republic
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University Palacky Olomouc, University Hospital, Olomouc, 77520, The Czech Republic.,Department of Psychology Sciences, Faculty of Social Science and Health Care, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra, Nitra, The Slovak Republic.,Institute for Postgraduate Education in Health Care, Prague, The Czech Republic
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University Palacky Olomouc, University Hospital, Olomouc, 77520, The Czech Republic
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University Palacky Olomouc, University Hospital, Olomouc, 77520, The Czech Republic
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- Department of Psychiatry, Hospital Liberec, Liberec, The Czech Republic
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University Palacky Olomouc, University Hospital, Olomouc, 77520, The Czech Republic
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- Department of Psychology Sciences, Faculty of Social Science and Health Care, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra, Nitra, The Slovak Republic
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- Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University Palacky Olomouc, University Hospital, Olomouc, 77520, The Czech Republic
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Martin S, Graziani P, Del-Monte J. Insight's level in borderline personality disorder, questioning consciousness. JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS REPORTS 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jadr.2020.100045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Mungo A, Hein M, Hubain P, Loas G, Fontaine P. Impulsivity and its Therapeutic Management in Borderline Personality Disorder: a Systematic Review. Psychiatr Q 2020; 91:1333-1362. [PMID: 32989635 DOI: 10.1007/s11126-020-09845-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/17/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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No treatment has been approved and recognized as effective in borderline personality disorder (BPD). Impulsivity is a key dimension because it is a predictor of remission but also suicide. The purpose of this review is to establish an inventory on the management of impulsivity in BPD and determine the effective treatments. A systematic review on the PubMed and Ovid databases was conducted up to September 2019 to December 2019 using the PRISMA guidelines. The inclusion criteria were: studies with patients with borderline personality disorder, were published between 1989 and 2019, used English-language and evaluated impulsivity before and after treatment. 41 articles selected were included for pharmacological treatment. 24 articles were found for psychotherapeutic management and one randomized study of transcranial magnetic stimulation. Based on this review, we must focus on psychotherapy in BPD, particularly the schema therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, system training of emotional predictability and problem solving and psychotherapy using mentalisation. The use of neuroleptics and mood stabilizers appears to be more effective than antidepressants. Another approach, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation, may prove useful in the near future if this technique is studied further.
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- Anaïs Mungo
- Erasme Hospital, Department of Psychiatry and Sleep Laboratory, Université libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik, 808-1070, Anderlecht, Belgium.
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- Erasme Hospital, Department of Psychiatry and Sleep Laboratory, Université libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik, 808-1070, Anderlecht, Belgium
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- Erasme Hospital, Department of Psychiatry and Sleep Laboratory, Université libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik, 808-1070, Anderlecht, Belgium
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- Erasme Hospital, Department of Psychiatry and Sleep Laboratory, Université libre de Bruxelles, Route de Lennik, 808-1070, Anderlecht, Belgium
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- Department of Psychiatry, CHC Liège - site Saint Vincent, Rocourt, Belgium
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Köhne S, Schweiger U, Jacob GA, Braakmann D, Klein JP, Borgwardt S, Assmann N, Rogg M, Schaich A, Faßbinder E. Therapeutic Relationship in eHealth-A Pilot Study of Similarities and Differences between the Online Program Priovi and Therapists Treating Borderline Personality Disorder. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:ijerph17176436. [PMID: 32899432 PMCID: PMC7504280 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17176436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2020] [Revised: 08/27/2020] [Accepted: 08/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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eHealth programs have been found to be effective in treating many psychological conditions. Regarding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), few programs have been tested; nevertheless, results are promising. The therapeutic alliance is an important factor predicting treatment outcome in BPD. However, we do not know yet to what extent BPD patients form a therapeutic alliance with an eHealth tool and how this relationship differs from the relationship with their human therapist. This study aims to address this question using priovi, an interactive schema therapy-based eHealth tool for BPD. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to explore how patients perceived the therapeutic alliance with priovi and its differences compared to the alliance with their human therapist (N = 9). Interview data were analyzed following the procedures of qualitative content analysis. Additionally, the Working Alliance Inventory (WAI-SR) was administered in two versions (regarding the human therapist and priovi, N = 16) every three months during the treatment phase of one year. Results indicate that patients were able to form a good therapeutic relationship with priovi, but it differed from the relationship to their human therapist. Important categories were “priovi is helpful, supportive and always there” and “priovi is less flexible”. WAI ratings for the task subscale were high in both relationships but significantly higher in WAItherapist compared to WAIpriovi in two measurements (nine-months measurement: t = 2.76, df = 15, p = 0.015; twelve-months measurement: t = 3.44, df = 15, p = 0.004). These results indicate that BPD patients can form a functioning alliance with an eHealth program and that eHealth programs may be especially useful for psychoeducation and cognitive exercises.
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- Sandra Köhne
- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Lübeck, 23562 Lübeck, Germany; (U.S.); (D.B.); (J.P.K.); (S.B.); (N.A.); (M.R.); (A.S.); (E.F.)
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Sauer-Zavala S, Cassiello-Robbins C, Woods BK, Curreri A, Wilner Tirpak J, Rassaby M. Countering emotional behaviors in the treatment of borderline personality disorder. Personal Disord 2020; 11:328-338. [PMID: 32700926 DOI: 10.1037/per0000379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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The purpose of the current study was to investigate the unique effects of a commonly used skill incorporated into treatment packages for borderline personality disorder (BPD), countering emotion-driven behavioral urges. Individuals with BPD (N = 8) participated in a single-case experimental design, specifically a multiple baseline, in which they were randomly assigned to complete a baseline assessment-only phase of 2 or 4 weeks. Participants then received four sessions of the countering emotional behaviors module from the unified protocol, followed by a 4-week follow-up phase. Throughout the duration of the study, daily data capture was used to assess real-time changes in the frequency of emotionally avoidant behaviors in response to emotional experiences. Symptoms of BPD, depression, and anxiety were also assessed. By follow-up, the majority of patients demonstrated a meaningful reduction (per single-case experimental design guidelines for evaluating improvements) in their use of avoidant behaviors. There was also preliminary evidence that encouraging participants to act counter to avoidant urges is associated with decreases in BPD, depression, and anxiety symptoms, as well as negative affectivity. The countering emotional behaviors skill from the unified protocol indeed engages its putative target of emotionally avoidant behavioral coping, indicating it is an active ingredient in multicomponent treatment packages for BPD, with implications for downstream clinical endpoints such as BPD and depressive and anxiety symptoms. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2020 APA, all rights reserved).
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Ilagan GS, Iliakis EA, Wilks CR, Vahia IV, Choi-Kain LW. Smartphone applications targeting borderline personality disorder symptoms: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Borderline Personal Disord Emot Dysregul 2020; 7:12. [PMID: 32549987 PMCID: PMC7296633 DOI: 10.1186/s40479-020-00127-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2019] [Accepted: 05/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Smartphone applications could improve symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD) in a scalable and resource-efficient manner in the context limited access to specialized care. OBJECTIVE This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to evaluate the effectiveness of applications designed as treatment interventions for adults with symptoms such as anger, suicidality, or self-harm that commonly occur in BPD. DATA SOURCES Search terms for BPD symptoms, smartphone applications, and treatment interventions were combined on PubMed, MEDLINE, and PsycINFO from database inception to December 2019. STUDY SELECTION Controlled and uncontrolled studies of smartphone interventions for adult participants with symptoms such as anger, suicidality, or self-harm that commonly occur in BPD were included. STUDY APPRAISAL AND SYNTHESIS METHODS Comprehensive Meta-Analysis v3 was used to compute between-groups effect sizes in controlled designs. The primary outcome was BPD-related symptoms such as anger, suicidality, and impulsivity; and the secondary outcome was general psychopathology. An average dropout rate across interventions was computed. Study quality, target audiences, therapeutic approach and targets, effectiveness, intended use, usability metrics, availability on market, and downloads were assessed qualitatively from the papers and through internet search. RESULTS Twelve studies of 10 applications were included, reporting data from 408 participants. Between-groups meta-analyses of RCTs revealed no significant effect of smartphone applications above and beyond in-person treatments or a waitlist on BPD symptoms (Hedges' g = - 0.066, 95% CI [-.257, .125]), nor on general psychopathology (Hedges' g = 0.305, 95% CI [- 0.14, 0.75]). Across the 12 trials, dropout rates ranged from 0 to 56.7% (M = 22.5, 95% CI [0.15, 0.46]). A majority of interventions studied targeted emotion dysregulation and behavioral dyscontrol symptoms. Half of the applications are commercially available. CONCLUSIONS The effects of smartphone interventions on symptoms of BPD are unclear and there is currently a lack of evidence for their effectiveness. More research is needed to build on these preliminary findings in BPD to investigate both positive and adverse effects of smartphone applications and identify the role these technologies may provide in expanding mental healthcare resources.
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- McLean Hospital, 115 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478 USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
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- McLean Hospital, 115 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478 USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
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Ilagan GS, Choi-Kain LW. General psychiatric management for adolescents (GPM-A) with borderline personality disorder. Curr Opin Psychol 2020; 37:1-6. [PMID: 32634737 DOI: 10.1016/j.copsyc.2020.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2020] [Accepted: 05/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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While borderline personality disorder (BPD) has its onset in youth and is highly prevalent in young people, diagnosis and treatment are frequently delayed, leading to disruptions in development. The few treatments for this population are specialized, resource-intensive, and not widely implemented. Generalist treatments could broadly increase early intervention and access to care, at a less intensive level, when symptoms are milder and developmental arrests can be avoided. One generalist treatment for adults with BPD, General Psychiatric Management, has been adapted for adolescents (GPM-A). GPM-A can be flexibly implemented in different settings, and emphasizes psychoeducation, medicalization of the disorder, life-building activities, and conservative prescribing. This paper introduces GPM-A and proposes it serve as a primary intervention for adolescents with BPD.
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- Gabrielle S Ilagan
- Gunderson Personality Disorders Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA, United States
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- Gunderson Personality Disorders Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA, United States; Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States.
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Storebø OJ, Stoffers-Winterling JM, Völlm BA, Kongerslev MT, Mattivi JT, Jørgensen MS, Faltinsen E, Todorovac A, Sales CP, Callesen HE, Lieb K, Simonsen E. Psychological therapies for people with borderline personality disorder. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2020; 5:CD012955. [PMID: 32368793 PMCID: PMC7199382 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd012955.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 112] [Impact Index Per Article: 28.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Over the decades, a variety of psychological interventions for borderline personality disorder (BPD) have been developed. This review updates and replaces an earlier review (Stoffers-Winterling 2012). OBJECTIVES To assess the beneficial and harmful effects of psychological therapies for people with BPD. SEARCH METHODS In March 2019, we searched CENTRAL, MEDLINE, Embase, 14 other databases and four trials registers. We contacted researchers working in the field to ask for additional data from published and unpublished trials, and handsearched relevant journals. We did not restrict the search by year of publication, language or type of publication. SELECTION CRITERIA Randomised controlled trials comparing different psychotherapeutic interventions with treatment-as-usual (TAU; which included various kinds of psychotherapy), waiting list, no treatment or active treatments in samples of all ages, in any setting, with a formal diagnosis of BPD. The primary outcomes were BPD symptom severity, self-harm, suicide-related outcomes, and psychosocial functioning. There were 11 secondary outcomes, including individual BPD symptoms, as well as attrition and adverse effects. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS At least two review authors independently selected trials, extracted data, assessed risk of bias using Cochrane's 'Risk of bias' tool and assessed the certainty of the evidence using the GRADE approach. We performed data analysis using Review Manager 5 and quantified the statistical reliability of the data using Trial Sequential Analysis. MAIN RESULTS We included 75 randomised controlled trials (4507 participants), predominantly involving females with mean ages ranging from 14.8 to 45.7 years. More than 16 different kinds of psychotherapy were included, mostly dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) and mentalisation-based treatment (MBT). The comparator interventions included treatment-as-usual (TAU), waiting list, and other active treatments. Treatment duration ranged from one to 36 months. Psychotherapy versus TAU Psychotherapy reduced BPD symptom severity, compared to TAU; standardised mean difference (SMD) -0.52, 95% confidence interval (CI) -0.70 to -0.33; 22 trials, 1244 participants; moderate-quality evidence. This corresponds to a mean difference (MD) of -3.6 (95% CI -4.4 to -2.08) on the Zanarini Rating Scale for BPD (range 0 to 36), a clinically relevant reduction in BPD symptom severity (minimal clinical relevant difference (MIREDIF) on this scale is -3.0 points). Psychotherapy may be more effective at reducing self-harm compared to TAU (SMD -0.32, 95% CI -0.49 to -0.14; 13 trials, 616 participants; low-quality evidence), corresponding to a MD of -0.82 (95% CI -1.25 to 0.35) on the Deliberate Self-Harm Inventory Scale (range 0 to 34). The MIREDIF of -1.25 points was not reached. Suicide-related outcomes improved compared to TAU (SMD -0.34, 95% CI -0.57 to -0.11; 13 trials, 666 participants; low-quality evidence), corresponding to a MD of -0.11 (95% CI -0.19 to -0.034) on the Suicidal Attempt Self Injury Interview. The MIREDIF of -0.17 points was not reached. Compared to TAU, psychotherapy may result in an improvement in psychosocial functioning (SMD -0.45, 95% CI -0.68 to -0.22; 22 trials, 1314 participants; low-quality evidence), corresponding to a MD of -2.8 (95% CI -4.25 to -1.38), on the Global Assessment of Functioning Scale (range 0 to 100). The MIREDIF of -4.0 points was not reached. Our additional Trial Sequential Analysis on all primary outcomes reaching significance found that the required information size was reached in all cases. A subgroup analysis comparing the different types of psychotherapy compared to TAU showed no clear evidence of a difference for BPD severity and psychosocial functioning. Psychotherapy may reduce depressive symptoms compared to TAU but the evidence is very uncertain (SMD -0.39, 95% CI -0.61 to -0.17; 22 trials, 1568 participants; very low-quality evidence), corresponding to a MD of -2.45 points on the Hamilton Depression Scale (range 0 to 50). The MIREDIF of -3.0 points was not reached. BPD-specific psychotherapy did not reduce attrition compared with TAU. Adverse effects were unclear due to too few data. Psychotherapy versus waiting list or no treatment Greater improvements in BPD symptom severity (SMD -0.49, 95% CI -0.93 to -0.05; 3 trials, 161 participants), psychosocial functioning (SMD -0.56, 95% CI -1.01 to -0.11; 5 trials, 219 participants), and depression (SMD -1.28, 95% CI -2.21 to -0.34, 6 trials, 239 participants) were observed in participants receiving psychotherapy versus waiting list or no treatment (all low-quality evidence). No evidence of a difference was found for self-harm and suicide-related outcomes. Individual treatment approaches DBT and MBT have the highest numbers of primary trials, with DBT as subject of one-third of all included trials, followed by MBT with seven RCTs. Compared to TAU, DBT was more effective at reducing BPD severity (SMD -0.60, 95% CI -1.05 to -0.14; 3 trials, 149 participants), self-harm (SMD -0.28, 95% CI -0.48 to -0.07; 7 trials, 376 participants) and improving psychosocial functioning (SMD -0.36, 95% CI -0.69 to -0.03; 6 trials, 225 participants). MBT appears to be more effective than TAU at reducing self-harm (RR 0.62, 95% CI 0.49 to 0.80; 3 trials, 252 participants), suicidality (RR 0.10, 95% CI 0.04, 0.30, 3 trials, 218 participants) and depression (SMD -0.58, 95% CI -1.22 to 0.05, 4 trials, 333 participants). All findings are based on low-quality evidence. For secondary outcomes see review text. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Our assessments showed beneficial effects on all primary outcomes in favour of BPD-tailored psychotherapy compared with TAU. However, only the outcome of BPD severity reached the MIREDIF-defined cut-off for a clinically meaningful improvement. Subgroup analyses found no evidence of a difference in effect estimates between the different types of therapies (compared to TAU) . The pooled analysis of psychotherapy versus waiting list or no treatment found significant improvement on BPD severity, psychosocial functioning and depression at end of treatment, but these findings were based on low-quality evidence, and the true magnitude of these effects is uncertain. No clear evidence of difference was found for self-harm and suicide-related outcomes. However, compared to TAU, we observed effects in favour of DBT for BPD severity, self-harm and psychosocial functioning and, for MBT, on self-harm and suicidality at end of treatment, but these were all based on low-quality evidence. Therefore, we are unsure whether these effects would alter with the addition of more data.
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- Ole Jakob Storebø
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Department, Region Zealand, Roskilde, Denmark
- Psychiatric Research Unit, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Slagelse, Denmark
- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Science, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Forensic Psychiatry, Center for Neurology, University Rostock, Rostock, Germany
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- Psychiatric Research Unit, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Slagelse, Denmark
- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Health Science, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Psychiatric Research Unit, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Slagelse, Denmark
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- Psychiatric Research Unit, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Slagelse, Denmark
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- Psychiatric Research Unit, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Slagelse, Denmark
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- Duncan MacMillan House, Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Nottingham, UK
- Institute of Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry & Applied Psychology, Nottingham, UK
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Psychiatric Research Unit, Region Zealand Psychiatry, Slagelse, Denmark
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Hutsebaut J, Debbané M, Sharp C. Designing a range of mentalizing interventions for young people using a clinical staging approach to borderline pathology. Borderline Personal Disord Emot Dysregul 2020; 7:6. [PMID: 32190330 PMCID: PMC7068993 DOI: 10.1186/s40479-020-0121-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2019] [Accepted: 02/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) can have a long-lasting impact on social and professional functioning, even when core symptoms of BPD are in remission. Adolescence may be a critical developmental period to change the potential long-term functional outcome of BPD. This paper presents a range of mentalizing interventions to alter the course and outcome of BPD, based upon a model of clinical staging. Mentalizing interventions have in common a focus on strengthening self-regulatory and interpersonal capacities, aiming to improve adaptive social learning. This paper argues that these interventions should be dosed and organized according to the stage of progression of BPD, which is illustrated by discussing different specific formats for mentalization-based interventions, including an early-intervention program for BPD and a standard program for full BPD.
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- Joost Hutsebaut
- Viersprong Institute for Studies on Personality Disorders, Halsteren, the Netherlands
- Centre of Expertise on Personality Disorders, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Developmental Clinical Psychology Research Unit, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Research Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Psychology, University of Houston, Houston, Texas USA
- University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa
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Hersh RG, McCommon B, Golkin EG. Sharing a Diagnosis of Narcissistic Personality: a Challenging Decision with Associated Risks and Benefits. Curr Behav Neurosci Rep 2019. [DOI: 10.1007/s40473-019-00193-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Iliakis EA, Sonley AKI, Ilagan GS, Choi-Kain LW. Treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder: Is Supply Adequate to Meet Public Health Needs? Psychiatr Serv 2019; 70:772-781. [PMID: 31138059 DOI: 10.1176/appi.ps.201900073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to assess the supply of and demand for treatment of borderline personality disorder (BPD) to inform current standards of care and training in the context of available resources worldwide. METHODS The total supply of mental health professionals and mental health professionals certified in specialist evidence-based treatments for BPD was estimated for 22 countries by using data from publicly available sources and training programs. BPD prevalence and treatment-seeking rates were drawn from large-scale national epidemiological studies. Ratios of treatment-seeking patients to available providers were computed to assess whether current systems are able to meet demand. Training and certification requirements were summarized. RESULTS The ratio of treatment-seeking patients with BPD to mental health professionals (irrespective of professionals' interest or training in treating BPD) ranged from approximately 4:1 in Australia, the Netherlands, and Norway to 192:1 in Singapore. The ratio of treatment-seeking patients to clinicians certified in providing evidence-based care ranged from 49:1 in Norway to 148,215:1 in Mexico. Certification requirements differed by treatment and by country. CONCLUSIONS Shortages of both providers available to treat BPD and providers certified in specialist treatments of BPD exist in most of the 22 countries studied. In well-resourced countries, training clinicians to provide generalist or abbreviated treatments for BPD, in addition to specialist treatments, could help address the current implementation gap. More resource-efficient alternatives must be considered in countries with insufficient staff to implement even generalist treatments. Consideration of realistic allocation of care may shape future guidelines and standards of BPD treatments, beyond intensive evidence-based psychotherapies.
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- Evan A Iliakis
- Adult Borderline Center and Training Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts (Iliakis, Ilagan, Choi-Kain); Center for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto (Sonley); Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston (Choi-Kain)
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- Adult Borderline Center and Training Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts (Iliakis, Ilagan, Choi-Kain); Center for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto (Sonley); Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston (Choi-Kain)
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- Adult Borderline Center and Training Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts (Iliakis, Ilagan, Choi-Kain); Center for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto (Sonley); Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston (Choi-Kain)
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- Adult Borderline Center and Training Institute, McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts (Iliakis, Ilagan, Choi-Kain); Center for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto, Toronto (Sonley); Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston (Choi-Kain)
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Temes CM, Zanarini MC. Recent developments in psychosocial interventions for borderline personality disorder. F1000Res 2019; 8. [PMID: 31069059 PMCID: PMC6489987 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.18561.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a serious psychiatric disorder that affects multiple symptomatic domains and is associated with an increased risk of suicidality. Several empirically supported treatments for BPD have been developed in recent years for adults with BPD. More recent work has focused on tailoring or applying (or both) these existing treatments to specific patient populations, including patients with certain types of comorbidity (for example, BPD and post-traumatic stress disorder or antisocial personality disorder) and younger patients. Other work has involved developing treatments and models of treatment delivery that address concerns related to access of care. Relatedly, new adjunctive and technology-assisted interventions have been developed, adding to the growing repertoire of treatment options for these patients. Advances in the last several years address specific treatment needs and offer cost-efficient options for this diverse patient population.
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- Christina M Temes
- McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA, USA.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA, USA.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Kvarstein EH, Pedersen G, Folmo E, Urnes Ø, Johansen MS, Hummelen B, Wilberg T, Karterud S. Mentalization-based treatment or psychodynamic treatment programmes for patients with borderline personality disorder - the impact of clinical severity. Psychol Psychother 2019; 92:91-111. [PMID: 29582581 PMCID: PMC6585931 DOI: 10.1111/papt.12179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2017] [Revised: 02/23/2018] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Mentalization-based treatment (MBT), originally designed for patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD), may be particularly indicated for severe conditions. However, there is limited documentation of how increasing severity of personality disorder (PD) effect outcomes of highly specialized treatments. This study aimed to investigate associations between clinical severity and outcomes for patients in MBT as compared to a psychodynamic group-based treatment programme (PDT). DESIGN A naturalistic, longitudinal, comparison study. METHODS The sample included 345 patients with BPD (PDTn = 281, MBTn = 64). The number of diagnosed PDs, PD criteria, and symptom disorders were chosen as baseline indicators of clinical severity. Clinical outcomes (global functioning, symptom distress, interpersonal problems) were repeatedly assessed over three years. Therapists' fidelity to MBT was satisfactory. Linear mixed models were the applied statistics. RESULTS In PDT, greater clinical severity was associated with poorer improvement rates. Clinical severity was not associated with significant differences in outcomes for patients in MBT. Differences in outcomes for patients in MBT and PDT increased significantly with higher severity of disorder. CONCLUSIONS Supporting previous research, this study indicates that clinical benefits associated with MBT also apply for BPD patients with severe conditions. The results also suggest that increasing severity was a challenge in PDT. PRACTITIONER POINTS MBT may be particularly beneficial for severely disordered BPD patients Differences between MBT and PDT were less pronounced in moderately disordered BPD patients.
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- Section for Personality PsychiatryOslo University HospitalNorway,University of OsloNorway
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- Section for Personality PsychiatryOslo University HospitalNorway
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- Section for Personality PsychiatryOslo University HospitalNorway
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- Department of Research and DevelopmentOslo University HospitalNorway
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- Section for Personality PsychiatryOslo University HospitalNorway,Department of Research and DevelopmentOslo University HospitalNorway
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- Section for Personality PsychiatryOslo University HospitalNorway
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Crawford MJ, Thana L, Parker J, Turner O, Xing KP, McMurran M, Moran P, Weaver T, Barrett B, Claringbold A, Bassett P, Sanatinia R. Psychological Support for Personality (PSP) versus treatment as usual: study protocol for a feasibility randomized controlled trial of a low intensity intervention for people with personality disorder. Trials 2018; 19:547. [PMID: 30305148 PMCID: PMC6180621 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-018-2920-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2018] [Accepted: 09/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Previous research has demonstrated the clinical effectiveness of long-term psychological treatment for people with some types of personality disorder. However, the high intensity and cost of these interventions limit their availability. Lower-intensity interventions are increasingly being offered to people with personality disorder, but their clinical and cost effectiveness have not been properly tested in experimental studies. We therefore set out to develop a low intensity intervention for people with personality disorder and to test the feasibility of conducting a randomized controlled trial to compare the clinical effectiveness of this intervention with that of treatment as usual (TAU). Methods A two-arm, parallel-group, single-blind, randomized controlled trial of Psychological Support for Personality (PSP) versus TAU for people aged over 18 years, who are using secondary care mental health services and have personality disorder. We will exclude people with co-existing organic or psychotic mental disorders (dementia, bipolar affective disorder, delusional disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or schizotypal disorder), those with cognitive or language difficulties that would preclude them from providing informed consent or compromise participation in study procedures, and those who are already receiving psychological treatment for personality disorder. Participants will be randomized via a remote system in a ratio of PSP to TAU of 1:1. Randomization will be stratified according to the referring team and gender of the participant. A single follow-up assessment will be conducted by masked researchers 24 weeks after randomization to assess mental health (using the Warwick and Edinburgh Well-Being Schedule), social functioning (using the Work and Social Adjustment Scale), health-related quality of life (EQ-5D-5 L), incidence of suicidal behavior, satisfaction with care (Client Satisfaction Questionnaire), and resource use and costs using a modified version of the Adult Service Use Schedule. In addition to this, each participant will be asked to complete the patient version of the Clinical Global Impression Scale. Feasibility and acceptability will primarily be judged by study recruitment rate and engagement and retention in treatment. The analysis will focus principally on descriptive data on the rate of recruitment, characteristics of participants, attrition, adherence to therapy, and follow-up. We will explore the distribution of study outcomes to investigate assumptions of normality in order to plan the analysis and sample size of a future definitive trial. Discussion Most people with personality disorder do not currently receive evidence-based interventions. While a number of high intensity psychological treatments have been shown to be effective, there is an urgent need to develop effective low intensity approaches to help people unable to use existing treatments. PSP is a low intensity intervention for individuals, which was developed following extensive consultation with users and providers of services for people with personality disorder. This study aims to examine the feasibility of a randomized trial of PSP compared to TAU for people with personality disorder. Trial registration ISRCTN Registry, ISRCTN14994755. Registered on 18 July 2017.
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- Mike J Crawford
- Personality Disorder Research Unit, Centre for Psychiatry, Imperial College London, London, UK. .,Department of Medicine, Division of Brain Sciences, Centre for Psychiatry, 7th Floor Commonwealth Building, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0NN, UK.
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- Personality Disorder Research Unit, Centre for Psychiatry, Imperial College London, London, UK.,Department of Medicine, Division of Brain Sciences, Centre for Psychiatry, 7th Floor Commonwealth Building, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0NN, UK
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- Research and Development Department, Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, Stephenson House, 75 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 2PL, UK
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- Barnet, Enfield and Haringey NHS Foundation Trust, St Ann's Hospital, St Ann's Road, Haringey, London, N15 3TH, UK
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- Personality Disorder Research Unit, Centre for Psychiatry, Imperial College London, London, UK.,Department of Medicine, Division of Brain Sciences, Centre for Psychiatry, 7th Floor Commonwealth Building, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0NN, UK
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- Section of Forensic Mental Health, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK
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- School of Social and Community Medicine, Bristol University, Oakfield House, Oakfield Grove, Bristol, BS8 2BN, UK
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- Mental Health Social Work & Integrative Medicine, Middlesex University, The Burroughs, Hendon, London, NW4 4BT, UK
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- Centre for the Economics of Mental and Physical Health, King's College London, David Goldberg Centre, De Crespigny Park, London, SE5 8AF, UK
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- Personality Disorder Research Unit, Centre for Psychiatry, Imperial College London, London, UK.,Department of Medicine, Division of Brain Sciences, Centre for Psychiatry, 7th Floor Commonwealth Building, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0NN, UK
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- Statsconsultancy Limited, 40 Longwood Lane, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 9EN, UK
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- Personality Disorder Research Unit, Centre for Psychiatry, Imperial College London, London, UK.,Department of Medicine, Division of Brain Sciences, Centre for Psychiatry, 7th Floor Commonwealth Building, Hammersmith Hospital Campus, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0NN, UK
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Rømer Thomsen K, Callesen MB, Hesse M, Kvamme TL, Pedersen MM, Pedersen MU, Voon V. Impulsivity traits and addiction-related behaviors in youth. J Behav Addict 2018; 7:317-330. [PMID: 29642723 PMCID: PMC6174598 DOI: 10.1556/2006.7.2018.22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Background and aims Impulsivity is a risk factor for addictive behaviors. The UPPS-P impulsivity model has been associated with substance addiction and gambling disorder, but its role in other non-substance addiction-related behaviors is less understood. We sought to examine associations between UPPS-P impulsivity traits and indicators of multiple substance and non-substance addiction-related behaviors in youth with varying involvement in these behaviors. Methods Participants (N = 109, aged 16-26 years, 69% males) were selected from a national survey based on their level of externalizing problems to achieve a broad distribution of involvement in addiction-related behaviors. Participants completed the UPPS-P Questionnaire and standardized questionnaires assessing problematic use of substances (alcohol, cannabis, and other drugs) and non-substances (Internet gaming, pornography, and food). Regression analyses were used to assess associations between impulsivity traits and indicators of addiction-related behaviors. Results The UPPS-P model was positively associated with indicators of all addiction-related behaviors except problematic Internet gaming. In the fully adjusted models, sensation seeking and lack of perseverance were associated with problematic use of alcohol, urgency was associated with problematic use of cannabis, and lack of perseverance was associated with problematic use of other drugs than cannabis. Furthermore, urgency and lack of perseverance were associated with binge eating and lack of perseverance was associated with problematic use of pornography. Discussion and conclusions We emphasize the role of trait impulsivity across multiple addiction-related behaviors. Our findings in at-risk youth highlight urgency and lack of perseverance as potential predictors for the development of addictions and as potential preventative therapeutic targets.
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- Kristine Rømer Thomsen
- Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark,Corresponding author: Kristine Rømer Thomsen; Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Aarhus University, Bartholins Allé 10, Building 1322, Aarhus C 8000, Denmark; Phone: +45 87 16 54 47; Fax: +45 87 16 44 20; E-mail:
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- Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, UK
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da Silva AG, Malloy-Diniz LF, Garcia MS, Figueiredo CGS, Figueiredo RN, Diaz AP, Palha AP. Cognition As a Therapeutic Target in the Suicidal Patient Approach. Front Psychiatry 2018; 9:31. [PMID: 29487542 PMCID: PMC5816899 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2018.00031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2017] [Accepted: 01/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
Abstract
The current considerations about completed suicides and suicide attempts in different cultures call the attention of professionals to this serious public health problem. Integrative approaches have shown that the confluence of multiple biological and social factors modulate various psychopathologies and dysfunctional behaviors, such as suicidal behavior. Considering the level of intermediate analysis, personality traits and cognitive functioning are also of great importance for understanding the suicide phenomenon. About cognitive factors, we can group them into cognitive schemas of reality interpretation and underlying cognitive processes. On the other hand, different types of primary cognitive alterations are related to suicidal behavior, especially those resulting from changes in frontostriatal circuits. Among such cognitive mechanisms can be highlighted the attentional bias for environmental cues related to suicide, impulsive behavior, verbal fluency deficits, non-adaptive decision-making, and reduced planning skills. Attentional bias consists in the effect of thoughts and emotions, frequently not conscious, about the perception of environmental stimuli. Suicidal ideation and hopelessness can make the patient unable to find alternative solutions to their problems other than suicide, biasing their attention to environmental cues related to such behavior. Recent research efforts are directed to assess the possible use of attention bias as a therapeutic target in patients presenting suicide behavior. The relationship between impulsivity and suicide has been largely investigated over the last decades, and there is still controversy about the theme. Although there is strong evidence linking impulsivity to suicide attempts. Effective interventions address to reduce impulsivity in clinical populations at higher risk for suicide could help in the prevention. Deficits in problem-solving ability also seem to be distorted in patients who attempt suicide. Understanding cognitive changes in patients who attempt suicide open an important perspective in the approach of patients with mental disorders. Identifying cognitive deficits in these patients, along with personality traits, depressive symptoms, and suicidal cognitive schemas may indicate to the psychiatrist the need for emergency care. Behavioral and cognitive interventions have been associated with reductions in suicide ideation, as well as suicide attempts in different populations.
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Affiliation(s)
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- Molecular Medicine Department, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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