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92-475: The items used in the original version of the PPI were based on a number of conceptual constructs theorized (by previous researchers such as Hervey Cleckley and Robert D. Hare ) to be related to psychopathy. It consists of a series of statements to which subjects respond on how accurately the statement describes them using a 4-point Likert scale ("false, "mostly false", "mostly true", "true"). Factor analysis of

184-576: A mood disorder , substance use disorder , or other mental health disorders. In one 2009 study, about 40% of BPD patient being interviewed reported previous misdiagnosis. Therapeutic interventions for BPD predominantly involve psychotherapy , with dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and schema therapy the most effective modalities. Although pharmacotherapy cannot cure BPD, it may be employed to mitigate associated symptoms, with quetiapine and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants commonly prescribed even though their efficacy

276-504: A bad person whose life has no value (in which case self-destructive or even suicidal behavior may occur). This splitting is also evident in black-and-white or all-or-nothing dichotomous thinking. Despite a strong desire for intimacy, individuals with BPD may exhibit insecure, avoidant, ambivalent, or fearfully preoccupied attachment styles in relationships, complicating their interactions and connections with others. Family members, including parents of adults with BPD, may find themselves in

368-424: A clinical perspective where BPD is a "dysfunction of personality", and an academic perspective that views BPD as a "mechanism of social regulation". Lester provides the perspective that BPD as a disorder of relationships and communication; that a person with BPD lacks the communication skills and knowledge to interact effectively with others within their society and culture given their life experience. Lester provides

460-551: A cycle of being overly involved in the individual's life at times and, at other times, significantly detached, contributing to a sense of alienation within the family unit. Personality disorders , including BPD, are associated with an increased incidence of chronic stress and conflict, reduced satisfaction in romantic partnerships, domestic abuse , and unintended pregnancies . Research indicates variability in relationship patterns among individuals with BPD. A portion of these individuals may transition rapidly between relationships,

552-457: A cycle of invalidation, distress, and maladaptive coping strategies. When emotions are consistently dismissed or criticized, individuals with BPD may resort to destructive behaviors such as self-harm, substance abuse, or impulsive actions to cope with their distress, further perpetuating the negative stigma attached to those who suffer from borderline personality disorder. Anthropologist Rebecca Lester raises two perspectives that BPD can be viewed:

644-567: A differentiation from symptoms observed in primary psychotic disorders . Studies conducted in the 2010s suggest a closer similarity between psychotic symptoms in BPD and those in recognized psychotic disorders than previously understood. The distinction of pseudo-psychosis has faced criticism for its weak construct validity and the potential to diminish the perceived severity of these symptoms, potentially hindering accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Consequently, there are suggestions from some in

736-458: A distinct third factor in their analyses, as such meanness was a central part of Cleckley's conceptualization of a psychopath (see The Mask of Sanity ). Coldheartedness has also been shown to be distinct from the other two factors when comparing across other personality models, such as the Five-factor model (FFM) . In particular, coldheartedness has significantly negative correlations with

828-449: A female undergraduate sample with an incarcerated female sample. Although the measure correlated well with other self-report measures of psychopathy in both samples, the mean total scores between the two samples was the same, despite prisons normally having a far higher concentration of psychopaths than the general population. This suggests that the PPI has greater difficulty in detecting psychopathic traits in female criminals, possibly due to

920-502: A greater risk for malingering than other populations. Thus, the PPI (being a self-report measure) may be similarly vulnerable to malingering. As in the case of positive impression management, the validity scales built into the PPI were designed to detect such manipulation. One study that examined whether these scales could reliably detect feigned psychosis found that these scales did indeed classify malingering effects correctly with over 95% accuracy, including individuals with high scores. This

1012-399: A heightened likelihood of encountering sexual abuse from individuals outside their immediate family circle. The enduring impact of chronic maltreatment and difficulties in forming secure attachments during childhood has been hypothesized to potentially contribute to the development of BPD. From a psychoanalytic perspective, Otto Kernberg has posited that the child's failure to navigate

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1104-431: A heightened sensitivity to the behavior and actions of others. Individuals with BPD can be very conscious of and susceptible to their perceived or real treatment by others. Individuals may experience profound happiness and gratitude for perceived kindness, yet feel intense sadness or anger towards perceived criticism or harm. A notable feature of BPD is the tendency to engage in idealization and devaluation of others – that

1196-420: A lack of emotional responsivity but accurate perception of emotions in others. Conversely, secondary psychopathy and SCI traits are related to difficulties in both emotional perception and control of negative emotional responses, such as anxiety , irritation, and aggressiveness. The PPI is based on a personality-centric theory of psychopathy. Thus, to demonstrate construct validity , the PPI should "be" as

1288-733: A measure of psychopathy is hypothesized to behave according to personality theory of psychopathy. According to this theory, psychopaths should possess a number of specific personality traits , including low conscientiousness , socialization , and empathy , as well as high impulsivity and sometimes aggression. Preliminary research suggests that the PPI behaves as the personality theory of psychopathy says it should. For example, one study of 100 male inmates found total PPI scores to be negatively correlated with empathy and positively correlated with aggressive behavior and borderline personality traits (such as impulsiveness, substance abuse, and unstable personal relationships). Additional studies have reexamined

1380-452: A mentally healthy, well-adjusted individual. They thus concluded that FD was not a valid factor of psychopathy by itself, as it did not appear to fit into the pathological definitions of psychopathic personality conceptually or empirically. In response, some of the creators and supporters of the PPI-R defended fearless dominance as a legitimate aspect of psychopathy, arguing that the authors of

1472-506: A mere subset of anti-social behavior. They also criticized the choice of comparison variables the meta-analysis employed, noting that anti-social behavior and substance abuse are more commonly associated with the SCI factor rather than the FD factor (which would cover areas such as low empathy and immunity to stress), so their data would naturally result in weak FD correlations. Furthermore, the fact that

1564-457: A mild to severe disconnection from physical and emotional experiences. Observers may notice signs of dissociation in individuals with BPD through diminished expressiveness in their face or voice, or through an apparent disconnection and insensitivity to emotional cues or stimuli. Dissociation typically arises in response to distressing occurrences or reminders of past trauma, acting as a psychological defense mechanism by diverting attention from

1656-524: A moderate association with substance abuse and anxiety. These relationships are consistent with the conceptualizations of the two factors. Thus, the PPI shows validity as a measure capable of assessing the personality theory of psychopathy. The PPI demonstrates strong levels of criterion validity . It shows modest correlations with the PCL, which is considered the "gold standard" of psychopathy assessments. Any discrepancies in scores have been theorized to stem from

1748-821: A pattern metaphorically described as "butterfly-like," characterized by fleeting and transient interactions and "fluttering" in and out of relationships. Conversely, a subgroup, referred to as "attached," tends to establish fewer but more intense and dependent relationships. These connections often form rapidly, evolving into deeply intertwined and tumultuous bonds, indicating a more pronounced dependence on these interpersonal ties compared to those without BPD. Individuals with BPD express higher levels of jealousy towards their partners in romantic relations. Behavioral patterns associated with BPD frequently involve impulsive actions, which may manifest as substance use disorders, binge eating, unprotected sexual encounters, self-injury among other self-harming practices. These behaviors are

1840-407: A pervasive sense of emptiness, and an acute fear of abandonment are prevalent among those affected. The onset of BPD symptoms can be triggered by events that others might perceive as normal, with the disorder typically manifesting in early adulthood and persisting across diverse contexts. BPD is often comorbid with substance use disorders , depressive disorders , and eating disorders . BPD

1932-421: A place in the description of psychopathic traits, but that a high presence of these in an individual in the absence of other psychopathy factors is not truly psychopathic personality or behavior. The two parties thus ultimately continued to disagree on the place of FD in psychopathy, with PPI-R supporters maintaining that the factor is an important distinguishing feature of the disorder, and their critics claiming it

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2024-409: A potential shared etiological basis for hallucinations across BPD and other disorders, including psychotic and affective disorders . Individuals diagnosed with BPD often possess the capability to engage in employment, provided they secure positions that align with their skill sets and the severity of their condition remains manageable. In certain cases, BPD may be recognized as a disability within

2116-613: A profound sense of disorientation regarding their own identity . Moreover, their self-perception can fluctuate dramatically over short periods, oscillating between positive and negative evaluations. Consequently, individuals with BPD might adopt their sense of self based on their surroundings or the people they interact with, resulting in a chameleon-like adaptation of identity. The heightened emotional states experienced by individuals with BPD can impede their ability to concentrate and cognitively function. Additionally, individuals with BPD may frequently dissociate , which can be regarded as

2208-677: A reorganization of the 8 subscales into two (sometimes three) new higher-order factors: PPI-1: Fearless dominance (FD) , consisting of the social potency, stress immunity, and fearlessness subscales. Associated with less anxiety, depression, and empathy as well as higher well-being, assertiveness, narcissism, and thrill-seeking. PPI-2: Self-centered impulsivity (SCI) , consisting of the carefree nonplanfulness, impulsive nonconformity, Machiavellian egocentricity, and blame externalization subscales. Associated with impulsivity, aggressiveness, substance use, antisocial behavior, negative affect, and suicidal ideation. A person may score at different levels on

2300-448: A response to the intense emotional distress experienced by individuals with BPD, serving as an immediate but temporary alleviation of their emotional pain . However, such actions typically result in feelings of shame and guilt, contributing to a recurrent cycle. This cycle typically begins with emotional discomfort, followed by impulsive behavior aimed at mitigating this discomfort, only to lead to shame and guilt, which in turn exacerbates

2392-458: A significant motivation to appear well-adjusted. The study has not yet been replicated using the revised form of the scale, the PPI-R, however. Individuals may sometimes benefit from appearing to be mentally ill, such as when attempting an insanity defense . In relation to psychopathy , individuals possessing psychopathic traits are often more apt to engage in this sort of deception for practical or amusement purposes, and thus may possibly pose

2484-600: A significant proportion of males who die by suicide may have undiagnosed BPD. The motivations behind self-harm and suicide attempts among individuals with BPD are reported to differ. Nearly 70% of individuals with BPD engage in self-harm without the intention of ending their lives. Motivations for self-harm include expressing anger, self-punishment, inducing normal feelings or feelings of normality in response to dissociative episodes, and distraction from emotional distress or challenging situations. Conversely, true suicide attempts by individuals with BPD frequently are motivated by

2576-616: A stable emotional state is notably delayed, exacerbating the challenge of achieving emotional equilibrium. This instability is further intensified by an acute sensitivity to psychosocial cues , leading to significant challenges in managing emotions effectively. As the first component of emotional dysregulation, individuals with BPD are shown to have increased emotional sensitivity , especially towards negative mood states such as fear, anger, sadness, rejection, criticism, isolation, and perceived failure. This increased sensitivity results in an intensified response to environmental cues, including

2668-589: A subject of ongoing investigation. These individuals are significantly more prone to recount experiences of verbal, emotional, physical, or sexual abuse by caregivers, alongside a notable frequency of incest and loss of caregivers in early childhood. Moreover, there have been consistent accounts of caregivers invalidating the individuals' emotions and thoughts, neglecting physical care, failing to provide necessary protection, and exhibiting emotional withdrawal and inconsistency. Specifically, female individuals with BPD reporting past neglect or abuse by caregivers have

2760-439: A ten-year period with appropriate treatment. The name of the disorder, particularly the suitability of the term borderline , is a subject of ongoing debate. Initially, the term reflected historical ideas of borderline insanity and later described patients on the border between neurosis and psychosis . These interpretations are now regarded as outdated and clinically imprecise. Borderline personality disorder, as outlined in

2852-508: A trait known as negative affectivity , serves as a more potent predictor of BPD symptoms than the history of childhood sexual abuse alone. This correlation, alongside observed variations in brain structure and the presence of BPD in individuals without traumatic histories, delineates BPD from disorders such as PTSD that are frequently co-morbid. Consequently, investigations into BPD encompass both developmental and traumatic origins. Research has shown changes in two brain circuits implicated in

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2944-468: Is a personality disorder characterized by a pervasive, long-term pattern of significant interpersonal relationship instability, a distorted sense of self , and intense emotional responses . People diagnosed with BPD frequently exhibit self-harming behaviours and engage in risky activities, primarily due to challenges regulating emotional states to a healthy, stable baseline. Symptoms such as dissociation (a feeling of detachment from reality),

3036-516: Is a need to appear "less" psychopathic. One study that explored this used a social desirability scale as well as a few direct questions about participants' honesty and motivation, given after completing the PPI. The data showed that participants who were instructed to be "faking good" (intentionally trying to create a positive impression) had lower mean scores on the PPI and higher scores on the social desirability scale than those who were given no instructions or told to be honest in their answers. Despite

3128-783: Is a significant feature of BPD, yet Fitzpatrick et al. (2022) suggest that such dysregulation may also be observed in other disorders, like generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Nonetheless, their findings imply that individuals with BPD particularly struggle with disengaging from negative emotions and achieving emotional equilibrium. Euphoria , or transient intense joy, can occur in those with BPD, but they are more commonly afflicted by dysphoria (a profound state of unease or dissatisfaction), depression, and pervasive distress. Zanarini et al. identify four types of dysphoria characteristic of BPD: intense emotional states, destructiveness or self-destructiveness, feelings of fragmentation or identity loss, and perceptions of victimization . A diagnosis of BPD

3220-525: Is also common for individuals with BPD to have comorbid conditions such as depressive or bipolar disorders , substance use disorders , eating disorders , post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Individuals with BPD exhibit emotional dysregulation. Emotional dysregulation is characterized by an inability in flexibly responding to and managing emotional states , resulting in intense and prolonged emotional reactions that deviate from social norms , given

3312-439: Is associated with a substantial risk of suicide; studies estimated that up to 10 percent of people with BPD die by suicide. Despite its severity, BPD faces significant stigmatization in both media portrayals and the psychiatric field, potentially leading to its underdiagnosis. The causes of BPD are unclear and complex, implicating genetic, neurological, and psychosocial conditions in its development. A genetic predisposition

3404-499: Is closely linked with experiencing feelings of betrayal, lack of control, and self-harm. Moreover, emotional lability , indicating variability or fluctuations in emotional states, is frequent among those with BPD. Although emotional lability may imply rapid alternations between depression and elation, mood swings in BPD are more commonly between anger and anxiety or depression and anxiety. Interpersonal relationships are significantly impacted in individuals with BPD, characterized by

3496-438: Is evident, with the disorder significantly more common in people with a family history of BPD, particularly immediate relatives. Psychosocial factors, particularly adverse childhood experiences , have been proposed. The American Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) classifies BPD in the dramatic cluster of personality disorders . There is a risk of misdiagnosis , with BPD most commonly confused with

3588-460: Is linked to more severe symptoms of BPD, with executive function playing a mediating role. Executive function—encompassing planning , working memory , attentional control , and problem-solving —moderates how rejection sensitivity influences BPD symptoms. Studies demonstrate that individuals with lower executive function exhibit a stronger correlation between rejection sensitivity and BPD symptoms. Conversely, higher executive function may mitigate

3680-477: Is multifaceted, with no consensus on a singular cause. BPD may share a connection with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). While childhood trauma is a recognized contributing factor, the roles of congenital brain abnormalities, genetics, neurobiology , and non-traumatic environmental factors remain subjects of ongoing investigation. Compared to other major psychiatric conditions, the exploration of genetic underpinnings in BPD remains novel. Estimates suggest

3772-400: Is often beneficial to inmates to appear less psychopathic (less callous or manipulative, more empathetic, etc.) in order to receive a more positive assessment or judgment. Although the PPI has a validity scale built into it, the measure was designed using populations in which no real "stakes" were involved, which may have resulted in the measure being prone to manipulation by the taker when there

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3864-594: Is seen as a cultural phenomenon. This is understandable when BPD behaviours are viewed as learnt behaviours as a consequence of their experience surviving environments that reinforce worthlessness and their rejection. To Lester these survival techniques evidence humans "resilience, adaptation, creativity". Behaviours associated with BPD is therefore an inherently human response. Research employing structural neuroimaging techniques, such as voxel-based morphometry , has reported variations in individuals diagnosed with BPD in specific brain regions that have been associated with

3956-517: Is thought to be influenced by biological and genetic factors that shape the child's temperament. Traditional biomedical constructions of BPD often focus solely on biological factors. Though these factors certainly play a role in the development of borderline personality disorder, they do not provide a complete picture. A biosocial approach considers the interplay between genetic predispositions and environmental stressors, such as childhood trauma, invalidating environments, and social relationships, in shaping

4048-458: Is to idealize and subsequently devalue others – oscillating between extreme admiration and profound mistrust or dislike. This pattern, referred to as " splitting ," can significantly influence the dynamics of interpersonal relationships. In addition to this external "splitting," patients with BPD typically have internal splitting, i.e. vacillation between considering oneself a good person who has been mistreated (in which case anger predominates) and

4140-486: Is ultimately unnecessary and may be better suited in assessing social adjustment and sanity (rather than the " moral insanity " of psychopaths). Because the PPI and PPI-R are self-report measures , there are several potential weaknesses in using it with certain populations or under certain circumstances. In criminal populations, psychopathy assessments are often used in threat assessment to determine if inmates are fit for early release or solitary confinement . Thus, it

4232-432: Is unclear. A 2020 meta-analysis found the use of medications was still unsupported by evidence. BPD has a point prevalence of 1.6% and a lifetime prevalence of 5.9% of the global population, with a higher incidence rate among women compared to men in the clinical setting of up to three times. Despite the high utilization of healthcare resources by people with BPD, up to half may show significant improvement over

4324-857: The DSM-5 , manifests through nine distinct symptoms , with a diagnosis requiring at least five of the following criteria to be met: The distinguishing characteristics of BPD include a pervasive pattern of instability in one's interpersonal relationships and in one's self-image, with frequent oscillation between extremes of idealization and devaluation of others, alongside fluctuating moods and difficulty regulating intense emotional reactions. Dangerous or impulsive behaviors are commonly associated with BPD. Additional symptoms may encompass uncertainty about one's identity , values , morals , and beliefs ; experiencing paranoid thoughts under stress; episodes of depersonalization ; and, in moderate to severe cases, stress-induced breaks with reality or episodes of psychosis . It

4416-591: The heritability of BPD ranges from 37% to 69%, indicating that human genetic variations account for a substantial portion of the risk for BPD within the population. Twin studies , which often form the basis of these estimates, may overestimate the perceived influence of genetics due to the shared environment of twins, potentially skewing results. Despite these methodological considerations, certain studies propose that personality disorders are significantly shaped by genetics, more so than many Axis I disorders , such as depression and eating disorders, and even surpassing

4508-481: The psychopathology of BPD. Notably, reductions in volume enclosed have been observed in the hippocampus , orbitofrontal cortex , anterior cingulate cortex , and amygdala , among others, which are crucial for emotional self-regulation and stress management . In addition to structural imaging, a subset of studies utilizing magnetic resonance spectroscopy has investigated the neurometabolic profile within these affected regions. These investigations have focused on

4600-504: The Netherlands, which included 711 sibling pairs and 561 parents, aimed to identify genetic markers associated with BPD. This research identified a linkage to genetic markers on chromosome 9 as relevant to BPD characteristics, underscoring a significant genetic contribution to the variability observed in BPD features. Prior findings from this group indicated that 42% of BPD feature variability could be attributed to genetics, with

4692-576: The PCL and PPI-R are designed for different types of sample populations (criminal vs. community), and thus could have very different outcomes and relationships when comparing factors, was reason to doubt the conclusions of the meta-analysis. The authors of the meta-analysis quickly attempted to address some of these criticisms. They contended that the PPI-R supporters were downplaying the role of anti-social behavior in assessing psychopathy, and that doing so could result in accidentally identifying otherwise normal extroverts as psychopathic. They also reemphasized

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4784-653: The PCL and the Psychopathic Deviate scale of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory , were used to further confirm the presence of psychopathic traits). However, because the sample did not include any participants meeting criteria for an official diagnosis of psychosis, it is unknown whether those with an actual mental illness would also be classified correctly on the validity scales. As with positive impression management, this study has yet to be replicated with

4876-431: The PPI's factor structure have shown support for the validity of the new 2-factor model, there is some data that suggests that a 3-factor model may be better. Many analyses of the PPI tend to exclude coldheartedness and focus only on FD and SCI, but some studies have shown the two factors to be less statistically reliable when coldheartedness is not also considered separately. Thus, some researchers are starting to use it as

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5060-442: The complex genetic landscape influencing BPD development and manifestation. Studies based on empiricism have established a strong correlation between adverse childhood experiences such as child abuse , particularly child sexual abuse , and the onset of BPD later in life. Reports from individuals diagnosed with BPD frequently include narratives of extensive abuse and neglect during early childhood, though causality remains

5152-422: The concentrations of various neurometabolites, including N -acetylaspartate , creatine , compounds related to glutamate , and compounds containing choline . These studies aim to show the biochemical alterations that may underlie the symptomatology observed in BPD, offering insights into BPD's neurobiological basis. Research into BPD has identified that the propensity for experiencing intense negative emotions,

5244-462: The course of the disorder. Invalidating environments are characterized by the neglect, ridicule, dismissal, or discouragement of a child's emotions and needs, and may also encompass experiences of trauma and abuse. Invalidation from caregivers, peers, or authority figures can lead individuals with borderline personality disorder to doubt the legitimacy of their feelings and experiences. This can exacerbate their emotional dysregulation and contribute to

5336-467: The current stressor or by blocking it out entirely. This process, believed to shield the individual from the anticipated overwhelming negative emotions and undesired impulses that the current emotional situation might provoke, is rooted in avoidance of intense emotional pain based on past experiences. While this mechanism may offer temporary emotional respite, it can foster unhealthy coping strategies and inadvertently dull positive emotions, thereby obstructing

5428-473: The developmental challenge of differentiating self from others, or as Kernberg terms it achieve the developmental task of psychic clarification of self and other , and failure to overcome the internal divisions caused by splitting may predispose that child to BPD. Marsha Linehan 's biosocial developmental theory posits that BPD arises from the interaction between a child's inherent emotional vulnerability and an invalidating environment. Emotional vulnerability

5520-493: The different factors, but the total score indicates the overall extent of psychopathic personality. Higher scores on factor I are associated with emotional stability and social efficacy, as well as reduced empathy. Higher scores on factor II are associated with maladaptive tendencies, including aggressiveness, substance use problems, negative feelings and suicidal ideation. Scores on the two major factors tend to be only moderately correlated. Although independent analyses of

5612-818: The distress experienced. Maladaptive coping strategies include rumination , thought suppression , experiential avoidance , emotional isolation , as well as impulsive and self-injurious behaviours. American psychologist Marsha Linehan highlights that while the sensitivity, intensity, and duration of emotional experiences in individuals with BPD can have positive outcomes, such as exceptional enthusiasm, idealism, and capacity for joy and love, it also predisposes them to be overwhelmed by negative emotions. This includes experiencing profound grief instead of mere sadness, intense shame instead of mild embarrassment, rage rather than annoyance, and panic over nervousness. Research indicates that individuals with BPD endure chronic and substantial emotional suffering. Emotional dysregulation

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5704-450: The editor of Biological Psychiatry , commented on these findings, suggesting they contribute to understanding the innate neurological predisposition of individuals with BPD to lead emotionally turbulent lives, which are not inherently negative or unproductive. This emotional volatility is consistently linked to disparities in several brain regions, emphasizing the neurobiological underpinnings of BPD. High sensitivity to social rejection

5796-655: The emotional dysregulation characteristic of BPD: firstly, an escalation in activity within brain circuits associated with experiencing severe emotional pain, and secondly, a decreased activation within circuits tasked with the regulation or suppression of these intense emotions. These dysfunctional activations predominantly occur within the limbic system , though individual variances necessitate further neuroimaging research to explore these patterns in detail. Contrary to earlier findings, individuals with BPD exhibit decreased amygdala activation in response to heightened negative emotional stimuli compared to control groups. John Krystal,

5888-513: The emotional pain. This escalation of emotional pain then intensifies the compulsion towards impulsive behavior as a form of relief, creating a vicious cycle. Over time, these impulsive responses can become an automatic mechanism for coping with emotional pain. Self-harm and suicidal behaviors are core diagnostic criteria for BPD as outlined in the DSM-5. Between 50% and 80% of individuals diagnosed with BPD engage in self-harm, with cutting being

5980-454: The emotions of others. Studies have identified a negativity bias in those with BPD, showing a predisposition towards recognizing and reacting more strongly to negative emotions in others, along with an attentional bias towards processing negatively- valenced stimuli. Without effective coping mechanisms , individuals might resort to self-harm, or suicidal behaviors to manage or escape from these intense negative emotions. While conscious of

6072-406: The end, most researchers agree that fearless dominance, by itself, is not a sufficient indicator of psychopathy, and that anti-social behavior does need to be a prominent feature regardless of whether the psychopath is a criminal or an ordinary citizen. The authors of the meta-analysis did admit that some of the more pathological components of FD (such as unconcern for other or self-assurance) may have

6164-416: The exaggerated nature of their emotional responses, individuals with BPD face challenges in regulating these emotions. To mitigate further distress, there may be an unconscious suppression of emotional awareness, which paradoxically hinders the recognition of situations requiring intervention. A second component of emotional dysregulation in BPD is high levels of negative affectivity , stemming directly from

6256-540: The expression of psychopathy varying by sex. Some researchers have criticized the status of the fearless dominance (FD) factor of the PPI-R as an orthogonal factor of the psychopathy construct. A 2012 meta-analysis found that while the FD and SCI factors of the PPI-R did not overlap much, FD had very weak or non-statistically significant correlations with variables normally associated with psychopathy (such as anti-social behavior, violence, or substance abuse). When compared to other two-factor models of psychopathy (such as

6348-407: The fact that the FD factor's best correlations were with positive personality traits such as extroversion, which to them suggests that the FD factor is a better indicator of psychological well-being rather than malfunction. Furthermore, they accused their critics of cherry picking their selections of data in order to support their own claims while criticizing the conclusions of the meta-analysis. In

6440-433: The fact that the PPI was designed for non-forensic populations and thus focuses more on personality than behavior, while the PCL (designed to assess the disorder in criminals) puts more emphasis on antisocial behaviors in its scoring system. Additionally, each measure uses a different form of data collection (interviews and a review of personal history vs. self-reports), which could also contribute to weaker correlations between

6532-405: The factors of the PPI correlate with the factors of the PCL. One series of studies found moderate correlations between PPI-SCI and PCL Factor 2, which like PPI-SCI examines impulsive and antisocial tendencies. The correlations between PPI-FD and PCL Factor 1 (which both examine interpersonal relations and emotional deficits) were not nearly as strong, but the researchers suggested that this was due to

6624-414: The genetic impact on broad personality traits . Notably, BPD ranks as the third most heritable among ten surveyed personality disorders. Research involving twin and sibling studies has shown a genetic component to traits associated with BPD, such as impulsive aggression; with the genetic contribution to behavior from serotonin -related genes appearing to be modest. A study conducted by Trull et al. in

6716-451: The individual's access to crucial emotional insights. These insights are essential for informed, healthy decision-making in everyday life. BPD is predominantly characterized as a disorder involving emotional dysregulation, yet psychotic symptoms frequently occur in individuals with BPD, with prevalence estimates ranging between 21% and 54%. These manifestations have historically been labeled as "pseudo-psychotic" or "psychotic-like", implying

6808-402: The individual's emotional sensitivity to negative emotions. This negative affectivity causes emotional reactions that diverge from socially accepted norms , in ways that are disproportionate to the environmental stimuli presented. Those with BPD are relatively unable to tolerate the distress that is encountered in daily life, and they are prone to engage in maladaptive strategies to try to reduce

6900-406: The initial 160 items revealed 8 factors: Additionally, the PPI also included two special validity scales designed to detect participants who were giving random, inconsistent, or insincere answers. This was to avoid attempts at malingering , and to eliminate subjects who seemed to have difficulty understanding multiple items. In 2005, the PPI was revised. The new version, called the PPI-R, included

6992-409: The meta-analysis were misinterpreting the role and importance of the factor. They contended that FD helps to distinguish psychopathy from other personality disorders, such as antisocial personality disorder , and that the traits that were similar to well-adjusted individuals are part of the "mask" psychopaths put on in public. Without the presence of the FD factor (in their opinion), psychopathy would be

7084-399: The metaphor of the particle-wave duality in quantum physics when dealing with the distinction between cultural and clinical perspectives of BPD. Like the particle-wave-duality, when asking particle-like questions you will get particle-like answers; and if you ask wave-like questions you will get wave-like answers. Lester argues the same applies to BPD; if you ask culturally based questions about

7176-460: The method variance (self-report vs. interview/file review), and that the correlations were typical for measures of the same construct using different methods. Because of this, it has been suggested that the PPI and interview-based measures of psychopathy like the PCL examine unique aspects of psychopathy while still sharing some overlap. Because of the disproportionately large number of male inmates compared to female, some studies have explored whether

7268-406: The most common method. Other methods, such as bruising, burning, head banging, or biting, are also prevalent. It is hypothesized that individuals with BPD might experience a sense of emotional relief following acts of self-harm. Estimates of the lifetime risk of death by suicide among individuals with BPD range between 3% and 10%, varying with the method of investigation. There is evidence that

7360-436: The nature of the environmental stimuli encountered. Such reactions not only deviate from accepted social norms but also surpass what is informally deemed appropriate or proportional to the encountered stimuli. A core characteristic of BPD is affective instability , which manifests as rapid and frequent shifts in mood of high affect intensity and rapid onset of emotions , triggered by environmental stimuli. The return to

7452-459: The notion that others will be better off in their absence. Individuals diagnosed with BPD frequently experience significant difficulties in maintaining a stable self-concept . This instability manifests as uncertainty in personal values , beliefs , preferences , and interests. They may also express confusion regarding their aspirations and objectives in terms of relationships and career paths. Such indeterminacy leads to feelings of emptiness and

7544-548: The openness and agreeableness dimensions of the FFM. In 2015, researchers from Baylor University proposed the connection between psychopaths' coldheartedness and their inability to “catch” the contagious yawning. Those who had more psychopathic qualities were less likely to yawn while watching the yawning clip. The fearless dominance and self-centered impulsivity factors are similar to the concepts of primary and secondary psychopathy . Like primary psychopathy, FD traits are related to

7636-527: The presence of BPD you will get culturally based answers, if you ask clinical personality-based questions it will reinforce personality-based perspectives. Lester advised both perspectives are valid and should work in tandem to provide a greater understanding of BPD culturally and for the individual. In this light, Lester argues the high diagnosis of women than men with BPD goes towards arguing feminist claims. A higher diagnosis BPD in women would be expected in cultures where females are victimised. In this view BPD

7728-581: The remaining 58% owing to environmental factors. Among specific genetic variants under scrutiny as of 2012 , the DRD4 7-repeat polymorphism (of the dopamine receptor D 4 ) located on chromosome 11 has been linked to disorganized attachment, and in conjunction with the 10/10-repeat genotype of the dopamine transporter (DAT), it has been associated with issues with inhibitory control , both of which are characteristic of BPD. Additionally, potential links to chromosome 5 are being explored, further emphasizing

7820-641: The research community to categorize these symptoms as genuine psychosis, advocating for the abolishment of the distinction between pseudo-psychosis and true psychosis. The DSM-5 identifies transient paranoia, exacerbated by stress, as a symptom of BPD. Research has identified the presence of both hallucinations and delusions in individuals with BPD who do not possess an alternate diagnosis that would better explain these symptoms. Further, phenomenological analysis indicates that auditory verbal hallucinations in BPD patients are indistinguishable from those observed in schizophrenia . This has led to suggestions of

7912-429: The same variables in light of the revision of the PPI into its two new higher order factors. Splitting the PPI into two separate factor scores (instead of using only the total score) allowed new relationships that were otherwise obscured to be revealed. These included PPI-1 having a strong correlation with measures of Dominance and extraversion, whereas the total score and PPI-2 had no such relationship, but PPI-2 did show

8004-468: The two factors of the PCL-R), the SCI and PPI-R total score correlated well with their corresponding factors, but FD had weak correlations with its supposed PCL equivalent. On the contrary, PPI-FD's best relationships were with positive personality traits, such as extroversion. This observation caused the researchers to suggest that the FD factor, examined alone, is actually more indicative of the personality of

8096-447: The two scores, as discrepancies in the information obtained may result in very different conclusions. The PPI exhibits moderate to strong correlations with other measures of psychopathy when used in cross-sectional designs. As stated earlier, the PCL and its derivatives are often used in criminal settings and consists of a semi-structured interview and review of the subject's criminal records. Despite being very different in format, some of

8188-476: The validity of the PPI is affected by the gender of the population. One study used an incarcerated female sample to test this, and found that while the statistical reliability of the PPI factors was the below the normal average for men, the measure proved to be satisfactory at assessing psychopathic traits in comparison to the PCL, the measure most commonly used to assess psychopathy in prison samples. In comparison to other self-report measures, another study compared

8280-436: The validity scales built into the PPI being able to indicate when such response distortion was occurring in many of the cases, a significant number of misclassifications were observed. Thus, the researchers concluded that the PPI was vulnerable to manipulation by respondents consciously attempting to present themselves in a positive light, which could limit its utility in criminal populations or any situations in which users have

8372-473: The workplace, particularly if the condition's severity results in behaviors that undermine relationships, involve engagement in risky activities, or manifest as intense anger, thereby inhibiting the individual's ability to perform their job role effectively. The United States Social Security Administration officially recognizes BPD as a form of disability, enabling those significantly affected to apply for disability benefits . The etiology , or causes, of BPD

8464-490: Was in spite of the fact that participants were specifically told to fake some form of insanity (having even been given common symptoms of several mental illnesses to assist them), as well as being made aware that the instrument (the PPI) was designed to detect faking beforehand. Thus, the researchers concluded that higher PPI scores were not associated with greater success at malingering on the PPI (other psychopathy measures, such as

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