Treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder
Although there is no single definitive test, a licensed mental health professional can generally make an accurate BPD diagnosis if given thorough access to medical history and a successful interview.
Borderline personality disorder is often found in patients with other underlying mental health concerns, such as depression, eating disorders, substance abuse disorders, or anxiety disorders. Often, when a co-occurring disorder is present, a patient will see improvement in both disorders if the BPD is treated successfully. For example, if a patient is struggling with BPD and alcohol abuse, they will often see improvement in their abuse if BPD can be treated.
In the past, borderline personality disorder has been viewed as difficult to treat. However, new evidence-based treatment methods and modalities have been used in BPD treatment over the last several years, and individuals report fewer and less severe symptoms.
Therapy

Therapy is generally believed to be more successful than medication at treating the symptoms of BPD. The most successful modalities have proven to generally be individual or group therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy.
The therapist-client relationship is especially important in a BPD treatment scenario. There must be earned trust as well as patience and understanding support. These relational aspects are extremely pivotal to successful treatment for BPD.
It is extremely important to receive treatment with a personality disorder and particularly so with borderline personality disorder. If left untreated, BPD can wreak havoc on someone’s relationships and personal life. Experts believe professional therapy, in conjunction with support from family and emotional skills training, is the best way to conquer this disorder.
Studies show that patients with presenting BDP who do not receive treatment are significantly more likely to develop other co-occurring disorders such as depression, or addiction. They may also be more at risk for self-harm or suicidal ideation. Seeking help is the first step on the road to recovery.