Erschienen in:
01.08.2013 | Psychiatric Management of Pain (M Clark, Section Editor)
Borderline Personality Disorder and Chronic Pain: A Practical Approach to Evaluation and Treatment
verfasst von:
Vicki Kalira, Glenn J. Treisman, Michael R. Clark
Erschienen in:
Current Pain and Headache Reports
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Ausgabe 8/2013
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Abstract
Patients with chronic pain present a spectrum of complexity that can be overwhelming for the individual practitioner. These patients require thoughtful care and a comprehensive treatment plan. This complexity should be acknowledged, not avoided, and the patient should be engaged, not shunned. A practical approach will assist in developing expertise and proceeding empathically. The presence of a superimposed personality disorder significantly increases the difficulty of caring for these patients. Studies investigating the prevalence of borderline personality disorder in patients with chronic pain averaged 30 %, highlighting the importance of being able to effectively treat this patient population. Appropriate management of these patients should focus on a collaboration to practice productive behaviors despite intense emotional distress. Longitudinal research provides a foundation for an optimistic prognosis that can be enhanced with this rehabilitative approach.