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Parenting behaviors of mothers with borderline personality disorder: A call to action.

Year: 2012

Type: article

Abstract: We sincerely thank Alan Fruzzetti, Karlen Lyons-Ruth, Jenny Macfie, Maureen Zalewski and Liliana Lengua for providing rich commentaries on our conceptual article. Each of these distinguished scholars affords a unique perspective on issues related to parenting with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and approaches to interventions for this population. A common thread throughout this series is that a dearth of knowledge exists about parenting practices of mothers with BPD and more research is sorely needed. Parenting practices may be an important factor in the transmission of this disorder from mother to offspring, making parenting an ideal target for early intervention and prevention efforts. We will highlight some of the authors’ observations in hopes of sparking further discussion and interest in this area of research.

Source: Personality Disorders Theory Research and Treatment

DOI: 10.1037/a0026086

Authors: Stephanie D. Stepp, Diana J. Whalen, Paul A. Pilkonis, Alison E. Hipwell, Michele D. Levine

Institution: University of Pittsburgh

Language: English

Topic: Personality Disorders and Psychopathology

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute of Mental Health