Similar BPD and BMD

Similar BPD and Bipolar Disorder Symptoms

People with either Borderline Personality Disorder or Bipolar Disorder are likely to experience the following symptoms:

·         Impulsivity

·         Unstable mood

·         Irritability and anger

·         Depression

·         Poor social functioning

·         Suicide attempts

Difference in Mood Changes

One of the major differences between BPD and Bipolar Disorder is the length of mood swings. People with BPD may cycle through different moods in the span of a few hours or days. People with Bipolar Disorder, however, experience mood swings that can last for weeks or months.

What prompts changes in mood also differs between the two disorders. For people with BPD, a mood change might be prompted by something that happened at work, with a significant other, or another type of stressor. People with Bipolar Disorder can experience extreme changes in mood for no particular reason.

Treatment for BPD and Bipolar Disorder

Both Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder can be effectively treated through a combination of therapy and medication. However, it is important to receive a proper diagnosis before determining the most effective course of treatment.