Young people with borderline personality disorder often experience feelings of emptiness. They might describe these feelings in different ways. They may talk about a sense

This blog explores the similarities and differences between borderline personality disorder and complex PTSD, and what is needed to make an accurate diagnosis. It also offers some information on the medical and social context in Australia, and how this can impact diagnostic practices. 

Borderline personality disorder used to only be diagnosed in young people after the age of 18. But there is now a consensus in the medical community that BPD can be reliably and accurately diagnosed during adolescence, with a similar prevalence and stability of symptoms to the disorder among adults. 

Psychotherapy approaches can be delivered in both residential and outpatient settings. In outpatient settings, young people with borderline personality disorder attend regular therapy sessions while continuing to live in their home environment. They may participate in a combination of different approaches, or one psychotherapy approach alongside other kinds of psychosocial support.