Culturally adapted DBT for borderline personality disorder in low-income countries
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a culturally adapted form of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for people with borderline personality disorder in low- and middle-income countries. DBT is a talk therapy that helps manage intense emotions and improve relationships.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 45 years old
- You have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) or have significant traits of it
- You are willing to sign a consent form to join the study
- You do not have other severe mental health conditions like active psychosis or substance use
- You do not have an acute medical condition that could get in the way of therapy
- You can read and write at a basic level and have no learning disabilities
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