Brief Admission for Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a complex and often misunderstood condition, characterized by emotional dysregulation, unstable relationships, and self-harming behaviors.
A recent 4-year longitudinal study from Sweden examined the effectiveness of Brief Admission, a person-centered approach that allows individuals with BPD to self-refer for short respite stays, providing an alternative to emergency hospitalization.
Previous studies have highlighted the need for alternative approaches to emergency hospitalization for individuals with BPD.
Key Findings
- Brief Admission offers a structured approach to hospital admission for individuals with BPD.
- The study reveals who uses Brief Admission, how it works, and how services could adapt to better support individuals with BPD.
Author's summary: Brief Admission provides a person-centered alternative to emergency hospitalization for individuals with BPD.