YOU CALL US TREATMENT RESISTANT: THE EFFECTS OF BIASES ON WOMEN WITH BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER
Date of Award
5-2023
Document Type
Project
Degree Name
Master of Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
First Reader/Committee Chair
Carolyn McAllister
Abstract
This study explored how negative attitudes toward and discriminatory practices against women with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) affect them and impact their treatment. The study adopted a constructivist paradigm, and data was collected via virtual interviews with research partners (i.e., women with BPD) who use online mental health forums. A final construction was established after the data was interpreted. Ultimately, it was determined that women with BPD face stigma and are described as treatment resistant; however, by providing a supportive treatment environment, women with this diagnosis see positive outcomes. The results of the study are intended to support women with BPD by addressing the discrimination they face while also encouraging clinicians to challenge the biases they hold against people with the disorder. Adjustments made in clinical settings due to the study’s findings could provide better treatment outcomes for people with BPD.
Recommended Citation
Acosta, Cassidy, "YOU CALL US TREATMENT RESISTANT: THE EFFECTS OF BIASES ON WOMEN WITH BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER" (2023). Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations. 1652.
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd/1652