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Researchers at Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo Discuss Findings in Borderline Personality Disorder (New Strategies for Studies With Families in Borderline Personality Disorder: Challenges and Potentialities of the Use of Genogram).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2025. P. 641 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on a study investigating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and the influence of family dynamics on its manifestation. Conducted by researchers from Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo in Brazil, the study utilized a genogram to compare perceptions of emotional family relationships between six BPD patients and their family members. Findings revealed discrepancies in views regarding emotional relationships and risk behaviors, particularly in categories labeled 'Distant/poor' and 'Physical Abuse.' The research highlights the potential of genograms in understanding family relationships and improving therapeutic interventions for BPD. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2025/09, p641
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:187599206
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