Discussion Post: Case Formulation and Treatment Plan for Borderline Personality Disorder
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Clare is brought to the ER after slashing her wrist with a razor. She had previously been in the ER for drug overdose and has history of addictions. She can be sarcastic, belittling and aggressive to those who try to care for her. She has a history of difficulty with interpersonal relationships at her job. Clare is diagnosed with borderline personality disorder.
• First, identify the defense mechanisms Clare is using.
• Second, discuss the various dialectical behavioral activities that can be utilized with Clare.
• Why to select an effective treatment is important that the PMHNP identify the defense mechanisms that a patient diagnosed with a borderline personality disorder is using?
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