Posted by Dinah on August 10, 2002, at 18:09:39
In reply to Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for Bipolar???, posted by Lorelai on August 10, 2002, at 17:14:14
I've been wanting to try DBT since I first read of it. I haven't been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, but I do engage in self injurious behaviours. They don't have anyone using DBT where I am, in other than an inpatient setting. But I have bought the books and try to apply some of the techniques myself. It seems to be cognitive behavior therapy with some eastern philosophy, and perhaps a bit more recognition of emotions as they are.
If you have problems with mood instability or suicidal urges or self injurious behaviors, I would think it could prove helpful, whether or not you have borderline personality disorder. I sure wish I had the opportunity to try it.
Best wishes.
Dinah
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