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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is one of the most serious of mental illnesses, with a prevalence in Australia exceeding that of Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder combined.
It is an often-misunderstood condition that has many challenging aspects, for family members as well as clinicians. If you're new to all of this we hope these pages, our meetings and our shared experiences can provide some help.
Sanctuary is run by volunteers. We are not mental health professionals nor clinicians. We are ordinary people who care for someone with BPD.
Resources
Our selection of BPD links, topcs, downloads and resources
Carers Blog
Browse our blog by subject or jump in to see what's new
August Sanctuary Meeting
Our next Sanctuary meeting will be on Tuesday, August 13, at 6.00pm, in the Marjorie Black Room at SACOSS, corner Young and King William Streets, Un
Family Connections®
Family Connections® is a free, 12-week course from NEA.BPD for the family (or friends) of those living with BPD.
Getting help in an urgent mental health crisis (UMHCC, South Australia)
Adelaide's UMHCC at 215 Grenfell Street is an alternative to ED in a mental health crisis. Call (08) 8448 9100 or ask the ambulance to take you there.
Emotion Dysregulation
Emotion dysregulation is a core symptom of borderline personality disorder, and a key contributor to the intensity and distress of the illness.
Staying Connected
Staying connected as families. The importance of validation for mental health
Carers have Rights
Carers have rights in the South Australian Health system When things aren’t going the way we think they need to go, it can be a harrowin
Planning for Christmas
Christmas can be especially difficult for those living with BPD, and for their families who love them.
Assistance for Carers
Skylight and Carers SA outlined the assistance available to carers of people living with borderline personality disorder (BPD)
Basics of BPD
Dr Martha Kent spoke about the basics of BPD, and the challenges and recommendations for carers
BPD and NDIS
Deb Milford spoke to Sanctuary about the Australian NDIS scheme, who is eligible and tips on applying for people living with BPD
Myths and Facts about BPD
In January, we shared a video Myths and Facts about BPD from Emotions Matter, USA
Radio Interview “What Ails You: BPD” – Recording
In his popular segment "What Ails You?", David Bevan took an in depth look at Borderline Personality Disorder He was joined by Dr Maria
Supporting Someone in Crisis
Are you supporting someone in crisis? (for family and friends supporting someone with BPD)
Helping Someone With BPD
The RANZ College of Psychiatrists provide this great advice about Helping Someone With BPD
An open letter from those with BPD
An Open Letter To people who do Not have Borderline Personality Disorder ... From those of us who Do
BPD – A Guide to Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
When you have BPD, almost everything in your world is unstable: your relationships, moods, thinking, behaviour, even your identity. But there is hope.
Understanding and Helping Loved Ones with BPD
An excellent talk from Dr. Robin L. Kissell MD
Choosing a Therapist
Suggestions about what to look for in a new clinician, and some questions you may like to ask a therapist before you actually make an appointment.
BPD Information for Family and Friends
An overview of Borderline Personality Disorder for Family and Friends of people with BPD
The Nine Symptoms, Explained
What are the symptoms of BPD and how do they affect carers and families.
About Us
Sanctuary
Sanctuary is a support group for anyone who cares for a family member or friend who has been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, or BPD. Sanctuary is a safe haven, where carers are welcomed and receive support to cope with this serious illness, which often causes much trauma for both carers and those diagnosed with BPD.