Explains borderline personality disorder (BPD), also known as emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD), including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family.
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borderlinearts.org
Uses the arts to raise awareness of borderline personality disorder and reduce stigma.
therapeuticcommunities.org
Online directory of therapeutic communities across the UK.
0300 123 6600
talktofrank.com
Confidential advice and information about drugs, their effects and the law.
harmless.org.uk
User-led organisation that supports people who self-harm, and their friends and family.
0808 801 0331
napac.org.uk
A charity supporting adult survivors of any form of childhood abuse. Provides a support line and local support services.
nice.org.uk
Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.
nhs.uk
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
personalitydisorder.org.uk
Website commissioned by the UK department of health. Includes information and details of local services in England.
116 123 (freephone)
[email protected]
Chris, Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 90 90
Stirling FK8 2SA
samaritans.org
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk. You can visit some Samaritans branches in person. Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
This information was published in January 2018. We will revise it in 2021.
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