This guide offers a comprehensive, evidence-based roadmap for professionals treating borderline personality disorder. Grounded in empirical studies, it synthesizes interventions proven effective in clinical settings.
Detailed chapters cover assessment protocols, diagnostic criteria, and therapeutic models—from dialectical behavior therapy to cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches. Each section includes case examples and step-by-step guidance for tailoring treatment plans.
The 260-page volume also reviews measurement tools and outcome research, offering clinicians practical recommendations for monitoring progress and adjusting interventions.
Ideal for psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and graduate students, this resource supports informed decision-making and enhances clinical skills when working with clients at risk.
First published in 2010 by Guilford Publications, this original edition remains a foundational reference for mental health practitioners.
- Evidence-based therapeutic strategies
- Case studies illustrating key interventions
- Assessment tools and outcome measures
- Guidance on DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic techniques
- Practical steps for individualizing care
