36 Questions
What is a common hallmark of borderline personality disorder?
Interpersonal conflict
What should you avoid doing when engaging in conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
Engaging in drama
Why can it be difficult to engage in conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
They are easily triggered
What kind of behavior should you be clear about when setting boundaries with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
The kind of behavior you will tolerate
What should you do if a conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder is not going anywhere?
Disengage and take time to cool off
What should you say if you need a break during a conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
I need a break right now, I'll come back and we can have this conversation
Why is it important to be patient with someone who has borderline personality disorder during a conflict?
They are easily triggered
What should you do if you don't understand why someone with borderline personality disorder is upset?
Acknowledge their feelings
What kind of behavior should you not tolerate when setting boundaries with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
Threats
What is a good alternative to yelling at someone with borderline personality disorder during a conflict?
Being empathetic
What is a good thing to say if you're not ready to talk after a conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
I need time to cool off
What can happen if you engage in drama with someone who has borderline personality disorder during a conflict?
The conflict will escalate
What is a common hallmark of borderline personality disorder?
Interpersonal conflict
What should you avoid doing when engaging in conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
Engaging in drama
Why can it be difficult to engage in conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
They are easily triggered
What kind of behavior should you be clear about when setting boundaries with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
The kind of behavior you will tolerate
What should you do if a conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder is not going anywhere?
Disengage and take time to cool off
What should you say if you need a break during a conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
I need a break right now, I'll come back and we can have this conversation
Why is it important to be patient with someone who has borderline personality disorder during a conflict?
They are easily triggered
What should you do if you don't understand why someone with borderline personality disorder is upset?
Acknowledge their feelings
What kind of behavior should you not tolerate when setting boundaries with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
Threats
What is a good alternative to yelling at someone with borderline personality disorder during a conflict?
Being empathetic
What is a good thing to say if you're not ready to talk after a conflict with someone who has borderline personality disorder?
I need time to cool off
What can happen if you engage in drama with someone who has borderline personality disorder during a conflict?
The conflict will escalate
What is a common hallmark of borderline personality disorder?
Interpersonal conflict
What is the first tip given to handle conflict with someone who has BPD?
Engage in the drama with them
Why is it important to not engage in the drama with someone who has BPD?
It is like pouring fire on fire
What should you do instead of screaming during a conflict with someone who has BPD?
Set firm boundaries
What should you say to your loved one if you need a break during a conflict?
I need a break right now, I'm gonna take two hours
Why is it important to let your loved one know that you are coming back after taking a break during a conflict?
They are sensitive to being abandoned
What should you do if your loved one is not ready to talk after a conflict?
Be patient and give them time
What should you do if your loved one is upset about something that seems trivial or irrational?
Acknowledge their feelings
What is a common mistake in handling conflict with someone who has BPD?
Engaging in the drama with them
What is the outcome of engaging in drama with someone who has BPD during a conflict?
An escalation of emotions
What is the importance of setting firm boundaries during a conflict with someone who has BPD?
To communicate what behavior is unacceptable
What is the importance of being empathetic during a conflict with someone who has BPD?
To acknowledge their feelings
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