Missed diagnosis: The emerging crisis of borderline personality disorder in older people

Conclusion: Diagnostic instruments for borderline personality disorder in the elderly need to be developed. In the interim, suggestions are offered concerning patient symptoms and behaviours that could trigger psychiatric assessment and advice concerning management. A screening tool is proposed to assist in the timely diagnosis of borderline personality disorder in older people. Timely identification of these patients is needed so that they can receive the skilled help, understanding and treatment needed to alleviate suffering in the twilight of their lives.
Source: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry - Category: Psychiatry Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research