Book Review: Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents
While this isn’t a brand new book – it was published in November 2007, Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents is an extemely helpful book for parents of children diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder.
According to its description, “Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents offers parents, caregivers, and adolescents themselves a complete understanding of this complex and tough-to-treat disorder. It thoroughly explains what it is and what a patient’s treatment options are.
“Dr. Blaise A. Aguirre… describes recent advancements in treatments and brings into focus what we do and don’t know about this condition. He explains the most advanced techniques available, including the revolutionary new treatment called dialectic behavior therapy.
“Readers will learn the differences between BPD and other adolescent psychiatric diagnoses; treatment options (e.g., medication and therapy); how to choose the right therapist; how to determine when inpatient treatment is necessary; how to enforce boundaries; how to take care of and protect yourself; and practical techniques for effective communication with those who have BPD.”
