Using mentalisation to treat patients with borderline personality disorder
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Using mentalisation to treat patients with borderline personality disorder

Belinda Gibson Clinical director and manager, Cygnet Hospital, Bierley, Bradford
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This article provides an overview of personality disorders, before focusing on borderline personality disorder. The role of mentalisation in the development of borderline personality disorder is explored. It is suggested that mentalisation-based treatment can greatly improve outcomes for patients.

Nursing Standard. 20, 51, 52-57. doi: 10.7748/ns2006.08.20.51.52.c4491

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belindagibson@cygnethealth.co.uk

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Keywords :

Mental health - Mentalisation - Personality disorders

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30 August 2006 / Vol 20 issue 51

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