Psychiatric comorbidities and emotional vulnerabilities in Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is characterized by emotional instability, impulsivity, and fear of abandonment. This study aims to identify external factors that contribute to the development or worsening of BPD. The objectives of this study were to identify the main external factors contributing to the development or exacerbation of BPD by examining characteristics such as past trauma and the relationship with substance use, as well as identifying the prevalence of the disorder in the analyzed group. A total of 147 questionnaires were analyzed from participants over 18 years old, using a socio-economic-demographic questionnaire and an adapted BPQ for BPD symptoms. The analysis included descriptive statistics and t-Student tests to compare specific groups. The average age of the participants was 28.35 years, with a predominance of young adult females. Anxiety (70.1%), depression (25.2%), and BPD (30.6%) were the most common disorders. Most participants with BPD reported suicidal thoughts, with 37.8% frequently experiencing them, 35.6% sometimes, and 24.4% having thought about suicide at some point. The results indicate a high prevalence of comorbidities and suicidal thoughts among participants with BPD, reinforcing the need for preventive interventions and intensive psychological support. The correlation between anxiety and suicidal thoughts highlights the complexity of BPD. The study underscores the importance of early diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatments for individuals with BPD, aiming to reduce the emotional and behavioral impacts of the disorder.