QUESTION:

Dear Dr. Heller,

Today, for the first time I have come across a site on the internet where a positive reassuring Dr. Heller provides hope to me (father of 22 year son suspected to be suffering from BPD). My question is: If the patient is not willing to take counseling or see a doctor, how then can he be treated?

With best wishes,
Anxious Father

DR. HELLER'S ANSWER:

He can't be treated unless he's willing to be helped. The most important things to remember is that the BPD is not his fault - it happened to him. The "trapped, cornered, wounded animal" part of the brain is malfunctioning. With rare exception borderlines know they are suffering, and are relieved to find some help.

This FAQ answer should be of assistance to you.

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