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Bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder are both common mental health disorders. Comparing Borderline Personality Disorder vs Bipolar, around 2.3 million people in the United States have bipolar disorder.1 However, borderline personality disorder affects around 4.6 million people in the United States.2
However, the two disorders can occur together. 3
Both bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder are types of mood or personality disorders. This means both are characterized by changes in mood, including mood swings. Often, both bipolar and borderline personality disorder feature some shift between manic highs and depressive lows, although the frequency, duration, and severity of the shifts may differ.
Some of the symptoms of bipolar disorder include:
The symptoms of borderline personality disorder include:
For instance, bipolar disorder focuses on either manic highs with hyperactivity and impulsivity or depressive lows with bouts of depression and anxiety. Borderline personality disorder, however, focuses on extreme feelings of loneliness, depression, and anger.
Many of the distinctions are a result of the differences between the mood swings in bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder, especially their duration, impact on sleep, and ability to increase the risk of self-harm. However, diagnosis may also be impacted by relationships and family history. BPD has less evidence of being genetic than bipolar disorder.4
Borderline personality disorder can make it difficult to connect with those around you. However, there is treatment available. Some of the treatments available for borderline personality disorder include cognitive behavioral therapy as well as dialectical behavior therapy.
This is especially beneficial for borderline personality disorder as, unlike bipolar, BPD is often trigger based.
Like borderline personality disorder, cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy can be equally beneficial for bipolar disorder. However, medication and holistic options may also help. Iris Healing® can curate a personalized treatment plan for you or your loved ones’ individual needs, experiences, and expectations.
Both bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder can make it difficult to connect with those around you. They can also make it challenging to regulate your emotions and feel in charge of your mental health.
At Iris Healing®, you’ll find a professional staff of licensed therapists and health care providers dedicated to providing high-quality care to aid in the treatment of both bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder.
Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Iris Healing® and begin your journey towards wellness, recovery, and autonomy over your own life. We look forward to connecting with you!
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Iris Healing Center
Certification: 190056AP
Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Iris Healing Retreat
License Number: 190943AP
Expiration Date: 1/31/2025
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