Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental condition where the affected struggle with impulse control, emotional regulation, and unstable relationships. Directed by James Mangold, the 1999 film Girl, Interrupted follows the true story of Susanna Kaysen’s complex life as she struggles with BPD and her vulnerability is nobly displayed to provide audiences with a solid understanding of her condition. Sadly, this perception has not been accepted by the masses as her struggles do not line up with the media sensationalized and exaggerated stereotypes of Borderlines. BPD’s representation in the media has been historically problematic. For nearly a century, Hollywoods persistent lack of empathy towards the mentally unwell, particularly …show more content…
To better understand personality disorders, one must look to the root of their development: childhood trauma. These childhood traumas are also referred to as “risk factors” and when a child goes through such psychosocial situations, they are more likely to develop personality disorders. These risk factors can include trauma, but emotional/physical abuse, neglect, and sexual assault are the most common. In fact, sexual assault trauma can be found in an estimated 62% of all borderline personality disorder patients. In Girl, Interrupted it is brought to the viewers attention that prior to Susanna's admission into psychiatric care, she had been the victim of extensive sexual abuse at the hands of her high school English professor. This “affair” (if it can even be called that) deeply wounded Susanna and caused immense trauma for her as she continued her journey through life. While Susanna was 17 meaning she was above the age of consent, the harrowing power dynamic between the two makes this relationship extremely precarious. When presented, this information highlights Susanna's humanity and her vulnerability, providing a deeper understanding of her condition - something Hollywood has failed miserably to
The movie Girl, Interrupted was released in 1999 and focuses on the story of an eighteen year old girl named Susanna Kaysen (Winona Ryder), who was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. The story is based around Susanna’s personal struggles and when she was admitted into a mental hospital for trying to kill herself. Throughout the movie she further explains what made her decide to check herself into the institution, what it was like living there, and other thoughts she had towards the world.
However, these thoughts are not always true all the time. Sometimes Hollywood makes films to show the audience the truth contained in the movie. In the movie “Girl, Interrupted,” the filmmakers have balanced the grim realism of the book with audience-pleasing elements of entertainment in order to make the film more comfortable. The graphic representation of mental illness makes audiences feel its realities, while the use of attractive actresses captures the attention of the audiences and makes it easier to relate to the story.
Diana Miller, 25 was diagnosed with major depressive disorder and borderline personality disorder after being rushed to the hospital following another suicide attempt . Her symptoms and background are outlined in her vignette and will be examined in detail throughout the paper. The purpose of this essay will be to explore the possible additional diagnoses for Diana’s behaviour as well as look deeper into the feasible explanations of how and why her behaviour turned abnormal. Therefore through analyzing the diagnostic features, influence of culture, gender, and environment, in addition to outlining paradigm explanations and possible treatment methods, one can better understand Diana Miller’s diagnoses.
Borderline Personality Disorder in “Girl Interrupted” The movie, “Girl Interrupted,”is about a teenage girl named Susanna Kaysen who has been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. People with Borderline Personality Disorder “are often emotionally unstable, impulsive, unpredictable, irritable, and anxious. They are also prone to boredom. Their behavior is similar to that of individuals with schizotypal personality disorder, but they are not as consistently withdrawn and bizarre” (Santrock, 2003).
This paper looks at a person that exhibits the symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). In the paper, examples are given of symptoms that the person exhibits. These symptoms are then evaluated using the DSM-V criteria for BPD. The six-different psychological theoretical models are discussed, and it is shown how these models have been used to explain the symptoms of BPD. Assessment of
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) has been a disability surrounded by stigma and confusion for a long time, and the time to bring awareness and public understanding to this disability is long overdue. The disability itself often gets misdiagnosed as an other disability since the symptoms overlap with many other disabilities (NIMH, n.d, para 16), or worse case scenario, a medical professional refuses to diagnose or treat the disability due to the belief that these people are untreatable because of a negative schema about the disability and clinical controversies on whether BPD is a legitimate diagnosis (Hoffman, 2007) . However, after nearly three decades of research, it has come to light that BPD does indeed exist, does have a good prognosis for remission with treatment (BPD Overview, n.d, para 3), and that there are many treatment options available such as three different types of psychotherapy (Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Schema-focused therapy), omega-3 fatty acid supplements, and/or medications (NIMH, n.d, para 29, 30, 31, and 39, 41). Even though the disability started as a psychoanalytic colloquialism for untreatable neurotics (Gunderson, 2009), BPD is very treatable and doesn’t deserve the stigma it currently carries throughout society.
In the future, awareness of borderline personality disorder and other mental illnesses is critical.We need to be rewired to say the least. Our society needs to better informed on mental illness.These clients should not be ashamed of something they cannot choose to change. As healthcare professionals, we need to become more involved and lend a helping hand to those suffering from mental illness.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) hinders people’s security, makes interpersonal and interpersonal relationships difficult, worsens the person suffering from the disorder’s life and those around them, effects their affect and self-image, and generally makes a person even more unstable (Davidon et al., 2007). This disorder is a personality disorder which effects the people’s emotions, personality, and daily living including relationships with other and job stability. People with BPD may experience a variation of symptoms including but not limited to: intense contradictory emotions involving sadness, anger, and anxiety, feelings of emptiness, loneliness, and isolations (Biskin & Paris, 2012). This disorder makes it hard for the person with the disorder to maintain relationships since they have tendentious believe that people are either strictly good or bad. Also, they are sensitive to other people’s actions and words and are all over the place with their emotions so those in their life never know which side to expect. (Biskin & Paris, 2012)
Borderline Personality Disorder is diagnosed predominantly in females. There is approximately a 3:1 female to male gender ratio for this disorder.
There was a wide variety in the movie “Girl, Interrupted” due to the fact that it takes place in a mental hospital. The three most prominent disorders present were Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder, and Borderline
Mental illnesses can develop through the surroundings of others with a mental illness. The fictional novel, Bad Girls Club by Judy Gregerson, depicts the story of Destiny’s perspective on her mother with schizophrenia, a mental illness, and how it affects her whole family. For the well-being of the family, Destiny has to self sacrifice. She ends up holding her family together by focusing on them rather than her health, social life and individuality. Mental illness can not only be caused hereditary, but by environmental factors, such as family, neglect, and parentification.
There is an invisible epidemic. It is ever growing and yet remains hidden. Anxiety is an increasing problem in modern society and yet remains, most of the time, swept under the rug. There has been attempts to show what it means to have different anxieties and mental disorders in the film industry. While they may be made for money and for the public to enjoy, it still allows people to gather information and problems people must face every day. The Silver Linings Playbook captures the problem of a specific anxiety disorder (Russell, 2012). It follows the life of Pat Solitano, who was released from a mental institution in the opening scene. He was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a form of an anxiety disorder (Russell, 2012). This paper will analyze
Girl, Interrupted (Mangold, 1999) is a movie which walks us through the conditions of various mental illnesses, their impacts on their victims and those around them, and effective treatment methods. The movie takes a more cognitive-behavioral perspective to explain various aspects and types of mental illnesses. Lisa Rowe is one of the characters in Girl, Interrupted, who is diagnosed with a particular type of mental condition. Lisa was diagnosed with Antisocial Personality Disorder. According to DSM-IV, this condition is a pattern of the violation of the rights of other people and disregarding them. Individuals with this type of mental illness, otherwise known as sociopaths, do not conform to the social norms regarding practicing lawful behaviors (Derefinko & Widiger, 2016). They undertake activities which warrant their arrest, like harming other people or property.
Some people think lying is okay, others think it’s not. However, those who think all lying is not okay are being hypocritical. Everyone has lied at least once in their life. Lies in general are a part of daily life. Many people lie for various reasons.One of the most common reasons is to protect someone. There are also lies used to cause harm and lies in the interest of the liar. All in all, many people agree that lying is sometimes acceptable when protecting someone from emotional, physical, and mental harm.
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