BPD Planet

Testing for borderline personality disorder can be done by a psychiatrist, but generally individuals who suffer with this disorder exhibit dysfunction in their perception, thoughts, feelings and behavior.

Cognitive Dissonance takes place when two consciously held ideas are mutually antagonistic. For example Steven has received his weekly paycheck. He is tempted to get into a poker game, thinking , “I really want to play this weekend. I feel lucky.” Steven was raised by parents who taught him that gambling is sinful. So he [...]