salcatg Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 hi, i'm sally, a 30yr old female diagnosed as BPD 5 weeks back and just started DBT. finally i've found a diagnosis that makes sense of my ongoing battle with alcoholism, self harm and unhealthy relationships. unfortunately the stress of whats been going on recently has "forced" me to leave my husband and friend of 11 yrs whilst i get my act together. i dont want to hurt him anymore and i'm trying to be mature about it. this year i've made 2 extremely serious suicide attempts (something i've never done before though i have overdosed knowing it wouldnt hurt me) and since my diagnosis physically attacked my husband (infront of a police officer at a gig!) leaving him with a black eye and broken nose- something else i've never done before(to anyone). i'm confused as to why things have suddenly got so bad and would like to know if anyone else has experienced "acting out" more in the very early stages of therapy or diagnosis or just to chat. on a lighter note i enjoy all types of music and books and also have a real passion for travel.thanks for listening and hopefully understanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barebones Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 welcome sal.. you will find alot of us with so many things in comon.. gald to meet you. hope to see you around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pip Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 Welcome to the site SalI'm sure it will really helpPipx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beth79 Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 Welcome Sal, if you want to chat i am on msn its beth1759@yahoo.comBeth xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vorpalblade Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 welcomeyou did well started DBT only 5 weeks after a diagnosis! or were you already on hte waiting list for it prior to that?Blade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuttymoo Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 Welcome Sally, i to was thinking you have been lucky to get DBT so soon. I hope you settle in and find the support you need here. I myself was only recently given a diagnosis of BPD so it takes some getting your head around.Look forward to getting to know you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helen Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 Welcome Hope you find the support you need here.Take care Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotmofo Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 hi and welcome to the site.xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samsung Posted July 31, 2006 Report Share Posted July 31, 2006 thank you for sharingwelcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salcatg Posted August 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 welcome sal.. you will find alot of us with so many things in comon.. gald to meet you. hope to see you around.thanks.x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louiza Posted August 1, 2006 Report Share Posted August 1, 2006 Welcome to the site! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salcatg Posted August 3, 2006 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2006 Welcome Sal, if you want to chat i am on msn its beth1759@yahoo.comBeth xxthanks- i might take you up on that! its nice to see so many friendly posts.xwelcomeyou did well started DBT only 5 weeks after a diagnosis! or were you already on hte waiting list for it prior to that?Bladehad otjher counselling before but first seesion with a clinical psychologist 5 weeks back. he immediately did a full personality test where i ticked 7 of the 9 ctriteria for the dsm IV test so started dbt the next week. i already knew my diagnosis at herat though and had for a few months and he (my psychologist)had had lots of RMN and psychiatric input. also i was very honest and willing to work but i've been told off others i've been very lucky.just hope it helps but i have faith in my counsellor already- pity my husband has none and has issued divorce proceedings 8 days after me leaving him(temporariliy whilst i sorted myself out, or so i thought.) anyway- his 50%of the relationship- im just concentrating on me and feeling much better for it.nice to hear from you, so many friendly understanding people here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Posted August 3, 2006 Report Share Posted August 3, 2006 Welcome!Spliffy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mentalbpd1 Posted August 4, 2006 Report Share Posted August 4, 2006 hello and welcome yes under stress the bpd symptoms do get out of control sometimes and you do lash out and act out so happy for you you have therapy allready thats good news at least and to be honest i think we all know we have bpd before they tell us weird huh i feel at times we are the ones who tell them what to do lolhope you find the site usefull as we are all supportive of each other even in bad moments lol if ya ever want a chat im on msn iminraged@hotmail.com feel free to chat anytime.all the best and hope you have a good day mentalbpd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs tree Posted August 6, 2006 Report Share Posted August 6, 2006 :welcomeani: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted August 6, 2006 Report Share Posted August 6, 2006 (((((((((((((sally))))))))))))))WELCOME 2 bpdworldu will find everyone(well nearly) ereryone friendly caring and supportivei took my 1st od at 14 but no diagnosie till iwas 36-now 45yrs oldi have been in abusive relatons etc...........i found this site in june-up till now it has SAVED my life-many timesUSE us sally-theres ALWAYS someone heretake good care of u-NEVER 4get u r a VERY special ladylove ali xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betsy Posted August 6, 2006 Report Share Posted August 6, 2006 welcome sally!this sounds like a time in your life that you can really use some support. i hope you find it here. there are lots of nice people to respond to posts or to chat.bets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangesoup Posted August 6, 2006 Report Share Posted August 6, 2006 Hi and welcome.I hope you can find the support you are looking for here. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miko Posted August 7, 2006 Report Share Posted August 7, 2006 That you are so positive will surely help youDo you like bluegrass music? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justintime Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 I WAS DIAGNOSED OVER 3 YEARS AGO BUT HAVE ONLY NOW ACCEPTED IT.. I WANT YOU TO SUCCEED, NOT JUST FOR YOU BUT FOR ALL THE STUBBORN SOULS THAT DESPAIR DAILY..WITH NO DIAGNOSIS OR HELP..I OFFER MY SUPPORT AND GOOD THOUGHTS. YOU HAVE THE ABILITY TO CONCUR ANYTHING YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pip Posted August 14, 2006 Report Share Posted August 14, 2006 I was diagnosed over 2yrs ago and am still trying to get DBT.Good Luck with it.I hope you get your life back soonpipx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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