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By Kristalyn Salters-Pedneault, PhD, About.com Guide to Borderline Personality Disorder

Living With Your Diagnosis: Should You Tell Others?

Monday June 29, 2009

Because of the stigma attached to a borderline personality disorder (BPD) diagnosis, many people struggle with deciding whether or not to tell others that they have BPD. Here are a few things to consider:

  • How well do you know the person?
  • Can you anticipate their reaction?
  • Is it necessary to tell them?
  • Might this person be a good source of support?

Are you struggling to decide whether or not to disclose your diagnosis? Read more here.

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