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BorderlinerNotes

Welcome to BorderlinerNotes, a mental health channel focused - at present - mainly on personality disorders like Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).

The channel started as a way to make use of extra interview footage from the documentary film we made named BORDERLINE (more info / watch it at mndflds.com/borderlinethefilm). It has grown into a continued effort to offer information that might help people get a proper diagnosis and good treatment, as well as a place where clinicians and those working in the mental health field can learn to be better treaters. The goal is to democratize access to quality information, create positive change in the mental health field, and to do it artfully and with feeling.

BorderlinerNotes started as extra footage from the documentary BORDERLINE and became a rare resource in mental health education. The channel films real therapy sessions and consults between licensed clinicians and people diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder and Narcissistic Personality Disorder, then releases debriefs with both therapist and client. Clinicians include DBT specialists and experts in personality disorder treatment. The goal is to give people seeking help a look at what good treatment actually looks like, and to give therapists a model for better care. Follow the show and leave a five-star rating if you find it useful.

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BORDERLINE the Film: https://www.mndflds.com/borderlinethefilm
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  • Today · 50 min

    NPD Therapy in Action | Consult w/ Dr. Igor Weinberg and Tessa (NPD dx)

    The (over 1 hour long) extended split-screen version of this consult is available for Tier 2 channel members and at the shop, along with the other PD Project material: https://shop.mndflds.com/products Uploaded 06-07-26 Become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/borderlinernotes/join Extended split-screen version here: https://youtu.be/EN6v6AdkQ1E **This is a consultation/conversation. The two participants are not in therapy together and there is no patient-doctor relationship.** Psych interview / first meeting between Tessa (dx'd w/ NPD) and expert clinician Dr. Igor Weinberg. They explore Tessa's narcissism and why she is "still miserable" despite years of self-awareness. She describes the process of "becoming a new person," shaping herself after a celebrity. She wants to heal but fears no longer being "fascinating." Everything feels hollow and fragmented, and she struggles to be interested in anything. She is looking for a key to stop the cycle of chasing affirmation from outside and then still not feeling fulfilled. 0:00 Wanting to Know Why She's Miserable Even Though Self-Aware 0:42 Feeling "Hollow" No Matter What She Does 2:18 Needing to Be Understood and Doubting Anyone Can 5:12 Fearing Being Understood / Not Being "Fascinating" Anymore 6:56 "Groundhog Day" of Disappointing, Empty, Boring Life 10:36 Wishing She'd Had a Different Childhood / Wasting Her Life 13:00 The Disconnect From Her "Ugly Past Self" / Fantasy 15:45 The Process of Creating a New Self From a "Worthless, Disgusting" Past Self 19:05 Dissociation / External Presentation vs. Internal Experience / "Her" Celebrity 27:44 Trapped in the Dilemma of Wanting to "Heal" and Also Remain Special 29:41 External Sources of Well-being and Worth / Pros and Cons of Affirmation and Recognition / It's "Never Enough" 35:52 Fragmentation of Self / Nothing "Sticks" / Something is Wrong Inside 40:15 Wrapping Up / Looking for an Answer (a Key) / A New Way to Be Special If you or someone you know is considering self-harm or suicide, it’s okay to ask for help. 24 hour support is provided by https://www.hopeline-nc.org (877.235.4525), https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org (800.273.8255), https://kidshelpphone.ca (800.668.6868). SAMHSA’s National Helpline: If you or someone you know is dealing with substance misuse or mental illness, call 1-800-662-4357 for free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, opinion, or other information. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability whatsoever for any damages, loss, injury, or suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 4 min

    BPD and Mistaking Thought for Fact | PETER FONAGY

    The full interview w/ Fonagy is now available for tier 2 channel members and at the shop: https://shop.mndflds.com/products Uploaded 18-04-17 Peter Fonagy, one of the creators of Mentalization-Based Treatment, discusses Borderline Personality Disorder from the viewpoint of a clinician / all-around smart person. For more information about the BORDERLINE film, please visit our website at http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on BPD is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RQwa3uLto4y2R8Eg1hKTg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 3 min

    REBBIE - Healing Interactions and Learning While Making the Film

    Rebbie, the director of the documentary Borderline, discusses Borderline Personality Disorder from the viewpoint of someone who has the diagnosis. Uploaded 19-04-17 For more information about the BORDERLINE film, screening dates, etc. please visit our website at http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on BPD is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RQwa3uLto4y2R8Eg1hKTg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 5 min

    KRASNER - Punishment for Providing Adequate Care

    Aaron Krasner discusses issues surrounding Borderline Personality Disorder from the viewpoint of a psychiatrist. He is an expert on emerging personality disorders in adolescents, among (many) other things. Uploaded 20-04-17 For more information about the BORDERLINE film, screening dates, etc. please visit our website at http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on BPD is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RQwa3uLto4y2R8Eg1hKTg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 3 min

    TAHARAH - The Aftermath of Her Boyfriend's Death

    Taharah discusses Borderline Personality Disorder from the viewpoint of someone who has the diagnosis. Uploaded 23-05-17 For more information about the BORDERLINE film, screening dates, etc. please visit our website at http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on BPD is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RQwa3uLto4y2R8Eg1hKTg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 3 min

    REBBIE - When Addiction Sticks: A Life Of Emotional Avoidance

    Rebbie, the director of the documentary Borderline, discusses Borderline Personality Disorder from the viewpoint of someone who has the diagnosis. Uploaded 19-04-17 For more information about the BORDERLINE film, screening dates, etc. please visit our website at http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on BPD is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RQwa3uLto4y2R8Eg1hKTg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 9 min

    Borderline (BPD) and Getting Sober | Jake

    Jake describes his relationship with alcohol while trying to recover from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and PTSD. Uploaded 10-10-23 For more Jake, his psych session with Dr. Choi-Kain is here: https://youtu.be/uH7Wdt92Yog ----------------------------- For more information about BORDERLINE, the feature-length documentary we made about BPD, please visit: http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on mental health is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/borderlinernotes Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products,opinion, or other information. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm or suicide, it’s okay to ask for help. 24 hour support is provided by https://www.hopeline-nc.org (877.235.4525), https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org (800.273.8255), https://kidshelpphone.ca (800.668.6868).” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 6 min

    Divya -- Dx'd with BPD -- Introduces Herself

    Divya -- diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder -- introduces herself and talks with Rebbie about why she wants to do this interview about her experiences with BPD. Uploaded 16-12-24 Divya has published a book of poetry on her experience with BPD! Get it here: Amazon: https://www.amazon.in/Stories-Darkness-Light-Divya-Naik/dp/9367079168 Flipkart: https://www.flipkart.com/stories-darkness-light/p/itm6782074457a21 Google Books: https://books.google.co.in/books/about/Stories_Of_Darkness_Light.html?id=rbJAEQAAQBAJ This is part of an interview series with people who have a personality disorder diagnosis. For more information about BORDERLINE, the feature-length documentary we made about BPD, please visit: http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on mental health is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/borderlinernotes Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, opinion, or other information. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm or suicide, it’s okay to ask for help. 24 hour support is provided by https://www.hopeline-nc.org (877.235.4525), https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org (800.273.8255), https://kidshelpphone.ca (800.668.6868).” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 14 min

    Debrief w/ Dr. Ruth Lewis After Her Consult w/ Jacob (NPD dx)

    The 35-minute extended split-screen version of this conversation is available for Tier 2 channel members: https://youtu.be/UeYTBXOAeC4 Become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/borderlinernotes/join The consult being discussed is here: https://youtu.be/ZyBvkq50pXc Uploaded 31-08-26 Dr. Ruth Lewis reflects on her session with Jacob (dx'd with NPD), focusing on how his family history may have caused his NPD or Borderline traits, and the way that therapy provides an opening to "reinvent" yourself in a more healthy way, recommending a team of clinicians for Jacob going forward. 0:00 Initial Reactions: Jacob's Discomfort, Sadness, Loneliness, Insecurity 2:25 NPD or Borderline Traits -- Means "Something Happened" Early On 3:53 How Therapy Can Provide an Alternative to the Old Narrative 10:07 Recommending Team-Based Support for Jacob Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, opinion, or other information. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability whatsoever for any damages, loss, injury, or suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 4 min

    How a Borderline Person is Created | PETER FONAGY

    The full interview w/ Fonagy is now available for tier 2 channel members and at the shop: https://shop.mndflds.com/products Uploaded 18-04-17 How does a person end up with BPD? Is it the parents? Is it genetic? According to Peter Fonagy it's more complicated than that; it's a years-long process, a combination of possible genetic vulnerability, early childhood experiences and the environment over time. Peter Fonagy, one of the creators of Mentalization-Based Treatment, discusses Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) from the viewpoint of a clinician / all-around smart person. The complete Fonagy interview playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcVSMuxApaY&list=PL_L7KEOxOeQ_VtA6S_VcifF5BX3-594hA For more information about the BORDERLINE film, please visit our website at http://borderlinethefilm.com Our archive of videos on BPD and NPD is expanding - be sure to subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RQwa3uLto4y2R8Eg1hKTg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 46 min

    What It’s Like to Treat Narcissism and BPD | Dr. Karen Jacob

    The (2hr 8min long) full interview w/ Dr. Jacob (which includes this topic as well as teaching emotion regulation) is available for Tier 2 channel members. Become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/borderlinernotes/join Uploaded 08-06-26 Dr. Karen Jacob discusses Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) as a clinical psychologist who runs The Gunderson Residence, a residential treatment program for personality disorders. How to diagnose NPD, why narcissism is on the rise, possible treatments (MBT/TFP). Dr. Jacob’s book “The Feelings Toolbox” is available at https://no-quam.com/ 00:00 Tease / Intro 02:20 The Continuum of Personality Disorders / Overlapping ASPD, Malignant Narcissism, Narcissism, BPD / Social Media Influence / Missed Diagnosis 08:58 Diagnosing NPD / Self-worth / External Factors / Standards / NPD Causes / Severity and Impairment 16:57 NPD vs BPD / How Do They Feel Different To The Therapist? / Not Feeling Loveable 24:39 Bringing Your True Self To The Therapy (as a Therapist) / Do You Need to Like or Love Who You're Treating? 29:07 What's The Most Important Factor For Improvement? 32:27 Self-Assessment and Getting Help / TFP vs MBT / PDs Are Not a Death Sentence The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 For resources about BPD: https://gundersonpdi.mclean.harvard.edu/psychoeducational-resources/ If you or someone you know is considering self-harm or suicide, it’s okay to ask for help. 24 hour support is provided by https://www.hopeline-nc.org (877.235.4525), https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org (800.273.8255), https://kidshelpphone.ca (800.668.6868). SAMHSA’s National Helpline: If you or someone you know is dealing with substance misuse or mental illness, call 1-800-662-4357 for free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. Disclaimer: "Please be advised this video may contain sensitive information. All content found within this publication (VIDEO) is provided for informational purposes only. All cases may differ, and the information provided is a general guide. The content is not intended to be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific questions about a medical condition, you should consult your doctor or other qualified medical professional for assistance or questions you have regarding a medical condition. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes does not recommend any specific course of medical remedy, physicians, products, opinion, or other information. Studio Comma The, LLC and BorderlinerNotes expressly disclaims responsibility and shall have no liability whatsoever for any damages, loss, injury, or suffering as a result of reliance on the information in this publication." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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