Adults with ADHD are at higher risk for the development of personality disorders, namely Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). BPD is highly misunderstood and stigmatized. ADHD and BPD share certain traits, which can lead to misdiagnosis. This webinar will cover BPD features and symptoms and the differential diagnosis from ADHD, as well as the prevalence of this comorbidity. Risk factors as to why those with ADHD carry a higher BPD risk will be reviewed, as well as the clinical presentation when someone has both. Treatment interventions will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
– Identify the features and symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
-Understand the overlapping symptoms of ADHD and BPD as well as differential diagnosis
-Identify why adults with ADHD carry higher risk for developing BPD
Course Features
- Lectures 3
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 68 minutes
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 74
- Assessments Yes