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The structure and development of borderline personality disorder: A proposed model

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 January 2018

Anthony Ryle
Anthony Ryle*
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CAT Office, The Munro Clinic, Guy's Hospital, London SEI 9RT
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Abstract

Background

The theory of cognitive analytic therapy is extended to offer an understanding of borderline personality disorder (BPD).

Method

A structural model (the multiple self states model) and a classification of different levels of developmental damage are proposed.

Results

The model offers an explanation of the phenomenology of BPD.

Conclusions

The multiple self states model provides insights that will be useful for clinicians involved in the psychotherapy and management of BPD patients.

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The British Journal of Psychiatry , Volume 170 , Issue 1 , January 1997 , pp. 82 - 87
Copyright
Copyright © 1997 The Royal College of Psychiatrists 

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