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Building structure for the borderline construct

J G Gunderson1

  • 1Personality and Psychosocial Research Program, McLean Hospital, Belmont, Massachusetts 02178.

Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica. Supplementum
|January 1, 1994
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) has evolved significantly over 25 years, shifting from psychoanalytic origins to a distinct diagnosis informing treatment. Its context-dependent nature can challenge recognition.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • The borderline personality disorder (BPD) construct has undergone substantial evolution over the past 25 years.
  • Initially viewed through a psychoanalytic lens, BPD reflected intrapsychic organization and therapeutic optimism.
  • Clinical usage of the BPD diagnosis has increased markedly during this period.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To overview the developmental trajectory of the borderline personality disorder construct.
  • To examine the shifts in the conceptualization and clinical application of BPD.
  • To highlight the diagnostic challenges associated with BPD.

Main Methods:

  • This article provides a narrative overview of the historical development of the BPD construct.

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  • It synthesizes changes in diagnostic criteria and theoretical understanding.
  • It examines shifts from psychoanalytic theory to descriptive and empirical approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • The BPD construct has transformed from an intrapsychic concept to a syndrome studied in relation to schizophrenia and affective disorders.
    • Recent conceptualizations recognize BPD as a specific personality disorder crucial for understanding pathogenesis, clinical planning, and prognostication.
    • The context-dependent presentation of borderline patients contributes to diagnostic elusiveness.

    Conclusions:

    • The evolving understanding of borderline personality disorder has enhanced its clinical utility and diagnostic specificity.
    • Recognizing the shifts in BPD conceptualization is vital for accurate diagnosis and effective patient management.
    • Further research into the pathogenesis and context-dependent features of BPD is warranted.