subject: Mood Stabilizers Are Key in Treating Borderline Personality Disorder [print this page] BPD is treated with a combination of therapy and psychiatric medications. A psychosocial treatment called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) has been developed specifically to treat BPD. DBT addresses four main problem areas: self image, uncontrolled emotions, impulsive behavior and trouble relating to others. Antidepressant drugs and mood stabilizers such as topiramate (generic Topamax) and divalproex (generic Depakote) are often prescribed to address depressed and shifting moods. Antipsychotic drugs such as quetiapine (generic Seroquel) are used when needed to combat distorted thinking. Like most personality disorders, the symptoms of BPD decrease with age, and many sufferers are better able to maintain some stability in their lives by the time they are in their 40's and 50's.
Mood Stabilizers Are Key in Treating Borderline Personality Disorder
