Reluctance about therapy...?
469612
Accepting the fact something is wrong is half the battle. Personally I think trust is another huge issue. Once trust is gone then a lot of people think they can fix the disorder by themselves and end up making it worse.
922004
Therapy and medication if your therapist and you decide that is the route to go.  You are not alone in your diagnosis.  At least you know what the issue is, continue with therapy as long as you need to and don't feel bad for having BPD - it's nothing  you asked for, and nothing YOU can control.  God bless!!!!
1087035
No, never dear! Find a trusted adult or your parents to talk to. Do not think that professional counseling is embarrassing, it can save your life.
748019
afraid of rejection? maybe
1038784
When you are a parent or even the treating doctor, it is virtually impossible to hold back any therapy for a young child. You always hope that there might be an unexpectedly good response. There are always stories of children who survived after some incredible therapies and ended up leading a good life floating around.\nIf the child indeed doesn't respond and by now not only the brain, but also other organs are affected either by the tumor itself or by the medications used, it is a moment to step back and revisit the use/futility of the therapy given. This is when the parents have to meet with all the doctors involved and hear their opinions and make a decision if they should switch gears. Most of the time, it is the instinct of the parent to continue fighting. I don't think there are many more difficult situations than opting to give up on a fight for your child's life.
254842
I have a therapist friend who does hypnotherapy and he often discusses the positive outcomes of the treatment... I was shocked that some of the things treated, namely chronic pain issues, that resulted in highly successful outcomes. I say go for it! Living with a phobia is not easy...there are several methods of treatment with hypnotherapy and flooding being only two of them. Meaning if one doesnt work, dont give up...Good luck and take care!
380273
Yeah, it's called denial. I wouldn't want to be you when it catches up , if it's bad. Good Luck!
32554
If this is a legitimate question, you should submit to speaking to a counselor or psychotherapist.  That will serve the purpose of satisfying their concern, as well as giving you an outlet for whatever may be bothering you.  In order to do this, however, you must withstand the urge to be embarassed about it.  Lots of people go to therapy these days.
766111
Like everyone is saying, therapists are not there to judge. \n\nOnly by being honest with your therapist can they really help you, otherwise therapy is pretty much a waste of time. And this is exactly the kind of problem they are there to help you solve.\n\nInpatient hospitalization seems to help in limited ways. It keeps you safe by putting you in a safe place, also it takes you away (briefly) from everyday stressors. Overall, I don't think it's much of a long term solution though. I don't know anyone who went to the hospital and came out all better. There needs to be follow up treatment. \n\nSometimes going inpatient is the best idea, it will get you started or adjusted on medication. If that is something you need that is not being addressed, the hospital is one way to make something happen with that. If you feel like you are truly a danger to yourself or someone else, it is probably the best place to be.\n\nBut if you are trying to solve a more long term problem with a more long term solution, I recommend seeing if you can get into an outpatient program called Partial Hospitalization. It is intensive treatment day program. The one I went to had a doctor there at all times and was very focused on A) getting each person stabilized and B) teaching coping skills and such. This is the kind of thing you can carry with you long after the program ends...these life skills. The program I went to was based on something called DBT. (for more info check out www.dbtselfhelp.com). \n\nThe point of the program was to keep people from needing to go to the hospital or helping them transition out of it. From listening to what most people in the program had to say, I found that almost all found the partial program significantly more helpful than being inpatient. \n\nThe Partial program is a somewhat new concept and I don't think it is offered everywhere (but hopefully, eventually it will be.) It was the best thing that ever happened to me, in 20 + years of trying to get help. If there is not one near you (or even if there is), ask about DBT groups. They can really change your life in a lot of ways. \n\nThis is a tough road, but there is a light at the end. While trapped in the midst of major depression, it does not feel that way. But I promise you, there is hope even though you can't feel it right now. I speak from many years of painful experience and suffering and trying to make things right.
157944
sorry to hear\ni'd say therapy would work best.
1037552
I have a very very mild form, it used to be worse.  I did feel like a burden to my husband when it was bad, now it's a lot better and it's to the point where I can force myself to leave the house when I don't really feel like it.  I am not in any kind of treatment anymore, but when I was, my therapist recommended starting very very slowly, thinking of the things that made me nervous at first, and then trying something that would make me only a tiny bit nervous, and working my way up from there.
516336
Sounds to me like you need to talk it out with a therapist.  You have to figure out what it is that is causing your ATTITUDE, and how you can learn to have more PATIENCE.  I don't think you are as IN TUNE with yourself as you think, but with the help of a listening ear to work through whatever is eating at you under the surface...you hopefully will be able to figure out.  GL
814745
Going to therapy is a very effective way to sort out your feelings without being judged.  You are receiving counseling from someone who doesn't know you.  They don't know if you have dirty dishes under your bed.  A counselor is not in a position to judge you - and they are there to help you.\n\nI would take full advantage of the therapy you are getting.  It's a great way to vent - and to learn new techniques (like coping skills, acceptance, etc.).  Therapy can work miracles for people who just need a little guidance to sort out thoughts.\n\nLife can be overwhelming, especially if you are experiencing difficulty or strife, in any area of your personal life.\n\nIf you went to therapy, and the counselor talked about his/her own problems or what they were having for dinner next week, you would not get anything out of the session.  Believe it or not, your therapist is coming to understand you as a person, to determine the best way to help you with whatever difficulties you may have in your life.\n\nI saw a therapist for a couple of years - and now I wish I could afford to go every week.  It was helpful for me -- and if you really put all your effort into it, it will be helpful for you, too.\n\nYou are lucky that you can afford to go to therapy - there are many who need it but don't have the means to obtain it, or worse, don't even know that they need it.\n\nGood luck -- keep your chin up and smile!
1134319
Unfortunately as we all know we can not make anyone do something that they do not want to. I would speak to a psychologist in person and ask them what they think the best way is going about to encourage the person to seek help. This is their job and I am sure they have had numerous people approach them in their field asking them the same question.
96430
hey , since you're a cool smarty girl you probably already no there is no shame in asking for and accepting help from outside resources when your fam can't quite cut it... my family was (i guess you could say) kinda poor too...definitely couldn't afford a therapist on our own, but anyways, everybody is right, express a need at your school and they will likely assign you a caseworker and a therapist (i even had something called a rap worker, rap was some sort of acronym)whatever... i'm just proud of you for being so young and openminded enough to consider therapy!!good luck to you!!! my thoughts and well wishes are with you!\np.s. \nsome peops will look at your choice as a weakness but as i mentioned earlier, you sound too smart to buy into that crapola...it takes strength to embark on the journey you are about to take, as you will soon find... inner strength that many people spend their whole lives in search of!!
1000742
See a therapist to talk about this
809853
It seems like you might be suffering from some depression.  I too have felt this same exact way, so I know it sux.  I am not sure why do don't want to see a doctor/therapist but before you go, try these things.  First: find someone you really trust (a teacher, adult friend, a pastor, etc) and try talking to them.  What is really important (at least for me) is to feel like someone is there for me who I care about and love. Second, find something that you've always wanted to try and do it.  If you don't have any preconcived notions about how you'll do something, then there is no need to be guilty.  I hope this helps.  My thoughts are with you.   Good luck!