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Format: Trade Softcover, 207 pages Publisher: New Harbinger 2008 Item #: 27601-572242-76-0
One reviewer wrote, “This book is an absolute life-saver. I was able to regain my dignity, self-esteem and take steps to get control of a situation I thought was hopeless. Now that I’ve read the book, I know where my hot buttons are and how to deal with this without making the situation worse in the long run.”
Table of Contents
Foreword by : James Paul Shirley, MSW
PART 1: FROM CONFUSION TO CLARITY: UNDERSTANDING BPD
Chapter 1: Walking on Eggshells: Does Someone In Your Life Have BPD Traits?
Chapter 2: Defining BPD: The DSM-IV and Cognitive Distortions
Chapter 3: Defining BPD: The Subtypes
Chapter 4: Getting Together: Relationship Behavior Patterns
Chapter 5: Brainwashing 101: How BPD Behavior Affects You
PART TWO: TAKING BACK CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE
Chapter 6: Beyond Denial: Accepting What You Cannot Change
Chapter 7: Treasuring Yourself: Owning Your Own Life
Chapter 8: Clearing the FOG: Fear, Obligation and Guilt
Chapter 9: Being Heard: Communicating with a Borderline
PART THREE: MAKING WISE DECISIONS AND IMPLEMENTING THEM
Chapter 10: Considering Options and Making Decisions
Chapter 11: Finding Qualified Professional Help
APPENDICES
Appendix 1: Reading List and Resources Appendix 2: References for This Book Appendix 3. Glossary of Terms Appendix 4: Safety Plan For Domestic Violence Situations
References