EUPD

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Last Updated on December 22, 2024 by Analgesia team

EUPD Medical Abbreviation

EUPD stands for Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, a psychiatric condition that was previously known as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD): 
Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD)

Symptoms
    • Mood swings: People with EUPD may experience quick mood swings, often triggered by relationships.
    • Self-image issues: People with EUPD may have difficulty with their self-identity.
    • Impulsivity: They may be impulsive.
    • Self-harm: Self-harm is a common feature of this mental disorder

When it appears
Commonly in adolescence or early childhood

Other mental health conditions
Often experienced along with other mental health conditions

Prevalence
In the UK, 13.9% to 17.3% of people over 16 screen positive for EUPD, depending on ethnic group
In the treatment of EUPD, the main treatment is psychological therapy, such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). However, a doctor may consider drug treatment for comorbid conditions, and short-term use of sedative medication for crises. The duration of treatment should be no longer than one week. 

 

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