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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 362 EAN: 9780471792147 Edition: 1 ISBN: 0471792144 Label: Wiley Manufacturer: Wiley Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 256 Publication Date: April 14, 2006 Publisher: Wiley Studio: Wiley Related Items:
Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Product Description: "Kreisman's commentary is expert. . . . [He] incorporates advances in the understanding of BPD that have been made in the last fifteen years, as well as new case studies and anecdotes. . . . Narrative descriptions . . . are packed with behaviors that Kreisman then proceeds to take up and unfold, all the while . . . making suggestions for how to cope, verbally or otherwise, with a host of Borderline behaviors." -Publishers Weekly Do you experience frightening mood swings? Are you oversensitive to rejection or prone to violent outbursts? Are you often depressed? Do you dread being alone and fear abandonment? Do you engage in self-destructive behaviors such as drug abuse or eating disorders? Do you feel empty inside? Do you have trouble keeping a job or forming lasting relationships? If you or someone you love can answer yes to many of these questions, there's a good chance that you or that person suffers from Borderline Personality Disorder, a commonly misunderstood and misdiagnosed psychological problem afflicting millions of people. In this book, the bestselling authors of I Hate You, Don't Leave Me offer BPD sufferers and their loved ones a new source of hope. After reading this book, you will understand the disorder and know what steps to take to help you make your life happier and more rewarding, whether you suffer from BPD yourself or love someone who does. Drawing on Dr. Jerold Kreisman's long experience in treating BPD patients, Sometimes I Act Crazy offers proven, practical advice to help you:
Download Description: A major new guide to a psychological condition that affects millions of North Americans Written by Dr. Jerold Kreisman, a top expert on Borderline Personality Disorder, this important, incisive book delivers the latest information on the disorder, which typically manifests itself through anger, abuse, addictions, and reckless impulsivity-behaviors that can have a devastating impact on family and friends. Rich with dramatic case studies of Kreisman's patients, the book describes and offers advice on today's most promising treatments along with practical coping strategies for the loved ones of BPD sufferers. Jerold J. Kreisman, MD (St. Louis, MO), is the author of the bestselling I Hate You-Don't Leave Me, which has sold more than 300,000 copies to date. He has appeared on Oprah and other shows. Hal Straus (Albany, CA) has written five books and articles for such magazines as Ladies' Home Journal, Men's Health, and Redbook Average Rating:
 Rating: - this one's better than Hate YouI liked this book better than I Hate You--Don't Leave Me because it offers more case studies. The authors don't get on a soapbox about the negative aspects of modern life that may bring about more folks dealing with BPD. Rating:  - From a Borderline to the worldI absolutely loved this book. It was something I read about halfway into my transformation. I read reviews and my mom read a bunch of books, but some were too technical and BORING for me to get into and in true borderline style I quit reading with out even getting halfway through them; but this one kept me interested. And now after more then a year of what will be life long treatment I am happy to report I have not been suicidal in over a year, I have not wanted to hurt myself in over a year and ... Read More Rating: - Great insight for yourself or someone you loveI ordered this book to see if I found that the descriptions here suited me better than bipolar disorder. The stories could be my own life read back to me. I was happy to find the insights that this book provides for those of us who struggle with BPD and those of us who are dealing with someone with BPD. Great book. Highly recommended Rating:  - my thoughts in briefI've done plenty of DPB reading, and this is useful in some ways. It is pretty comprehensive. This book tries to offer information to soothe the borderline and those in contact with him/her. As a borderline, I felt even guiltier than usual reading about the negative effects of my illness on my loved ones, which was unnesessary. Not good. On the other hand, it is one of the few BPD books I've found on the subject that briefly outlines other, often concurrent, illnesses, which was helpful. If ... Read More Rating: - Right on the BDP!Well written. I had no idea the extent of this personality disorder and how to handle living around them. The author's use of examples provides a more hands on approach and ability for the reader to relate. Easy reading is always best when trying to understand a very difficult, complex and yet simple personality and the author did an excellent job articulating in a lay persons terms. Thank you and keep on writing. 
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