RESOURCES
Printed Materials
OVERVIEWS
“Borderline Personality Disorder.” Journal of the California Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Vol. 8, No. 1, 1997. Comments from experts, families, and persons with BPD.
Sometimes I Act Crazy: Living with Borderline Personality Disorder, by J. J. Kreisman and H. Straus. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, 2004. Detailed review of BPD symptoms, many from the patient’s perspective, and recommendations for coping; directed toward families.
New Hope for People with Borderline Personality Disorder, by N. R. Bockian, V. Porr, and N. E. Villagran. Roseville, CA: Prima Publishing, 2002. A readable book for the layperson emphasizing better prognosis.
Understanding and Treating Borderline Personality Disorder: A Guide for Professionals and Families, by J. G. Gunderson and P. D. Hoffman. Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Publishing, 2005. A readable review for clinicians and families.
Borderline Personality Disorder: A Clinical Guide (2nd ed.), by J. G. Gunderson. Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Publishing, 2008. Directed primarily for practitioners; includes a comprehensive list of resources.
Borderline Personality Disorder Demystified: An Essential Guide for Understanding and Living with BPD, by R. O. Friedel. New York: Marlowe & Company, 2004. A readable guide for families.
FAMILY AND PERSONAL ACCOUNTS
Siren’s Dance: My Marriage to a Borderline: A Case Study, by A. Walker. Emmaus, PA: Rodale, 2003. A spouse’s experience.
Lost in the Mirror: An Inside Look at Borderline Personality Disorder (2nd ed.), by R. Moskovitz. Dallas, TX: Taylor Publications, 2001. Intimate descriptions of borderline pain.
Get Me Out of Here: My Recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder, by R. Reiland. Center City, MN: Hazeldon Publishing, 2004. A personal account.
Stop Walking on Eggshells: Taking Your Life Back When Someone You Care About Has Borderline Personality Disorder, by R. Kreger and P. T. Mason. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, 1998. An instructive manual.
The Essential Family Guide to Borderline Personality Disorder, by R. Kreger. Center City, MN: Hazelden, 2008. Follow-up to Stop Walking on Eggshells with suggestions for the family.
Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents: A Complete Guide to Understanding and Coping When Your Adolescent Has BPD, by B. A. Aguirre. Beverly, MA: Fair Winds Press, 2007. Dealing with the adolescent borderline.
Surviving a Borderline Parent: How to Heal Your Childhood Wounds and Build Trust, Boundaries, and Self-Esteem, by K. Roth and F. B. Fried-man. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, 2003. For the children of borderline parents.
Websites
BPD CENTRAL
One of the oldest and most comprehensive sites with many suggested books and articles.
BPD TODAY
Lists many articles and books on BPD.
BPD RESOURCE CENTER
Recommends books and articles, author interviews, and general information for individuals and families.
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL INFORMATION
Westchester Division of Cornell and Columbia University Hospitals maintains an active treatment unit headed by Otto Kernberg, MD, and a general informational website.
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH SUMMARY
General information.
MAYO CLINIC INFORMATION
General information and answers to questions.
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER DEMYSTIFIED
This is a site animated by Robert O. Friedel, MD, a leading psychiatrist and author of Borderline Personality Disorder Demystified.
PERSONALITY DISORDERS AWARENESS NETWORK (PDAN)
PDAN works to increase public awareness about the impact of BPD on children, relationships, and society.
FACING THE FACTS
One of the largest sites providing information and support for families.
BPD RECOVERY
A site for individuals recovering and looking for help with BPD.
WELCOME TO OZ
Bulletin board for family members and loved ones of persons with BPD.
WELCOME TO OZ—PROFESSIONALS
Bulletin board and email communication for practitioners working with BPD.
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER SANCTUARY
Provides education, books, support, and a state-by-state listing of physicians and therapists.
NATIONAL EDUCATION ALLIANCE FOR BORDERLINE
PERSONALITY DISORDER (NEA-BPD)
Support and education for patients, relatives, and professionals.
TREATMENT AND RESEARCH ADVANCEMENTS ASSOCIATION FOR PERSONALITY DISORDER (TARAAPD)
National nonprofit organization advocates for individuals with BPD and their families, sponsors workshops and seminars, operates a national resource and referral center, and articulates BPD issues to congressional legislators.
Treatment Centers
THE GUNDERSON RESIDENCE OF MCLEAN HOSPITAL (FOR WOMEN ONLY)
115 Mill Street
Belmont, MA 02178
617-855-2000
NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL, WESTCHESTER DIVISION
21 Bloomingdale Road
White Plains, NY 10605
914-949-8384
AUSTEN RIGGS CENTER
25 Main Street
Stockbridge, MA 01262
800-51-RIGGS
SILVER HILL HOSPITAL
208 Valley Road
New Canaan, CT
866-542-4455
SLS RESIDENTIAL CENTER
2505 Carmel Avenue
Brewster, NY 10509
888-8-CARE-4U