Borderline personality disorder: Psychosocial considerations and rehabilitation implications

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Hennessey, Mary | McReynolds, Connie J.

Affiliations: VocWorks, Inc., P.O. Box 534, Kent, OH, USA | Department of Educational Foundations and Special Services, Kent State University, Kent, OH, USA

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Abstract: The article describes the medical and psychosocial aspects of borderline personality disorder, a common and sometimes severe psychiatric condition marked by emotional instability and problems with interpersonal relationships. Medication, psychosocial and other treatment issues are discussed within the context of the rehabilitation counselor's role in providing vocational services for people with borderline personality disorder.

Keywords: borderline personality disorder, psychiatric rehabilitation, mental health

Journal: Work, vol. 17, no. 2, pp. 97-103, 2001