HOW CAN I BE DIAGNOSED WITH BPD AT 52? Ask The Doctor Dr. Leland Heller Biological Unhappiness HOW CAN I BE DIAGNOSED WITH BPD AT 52? Question: But I am 52 years old! How the hell can I now be diagnosed as having this awful……disease!!!?I have in the last six years been told that I have depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Six months ago I had a new doctor who has given me this new title, of which I am not at all impressed. I am trying to take in new information but I am finding it so difficult. I must add that my new psychiatrist is very nice and caring(I hope).Please–any help would be great. Dr. Heller’s Answer: In my practice, its not unusual for someone to be diagnosed for the first time in their 70’s. Although symptoms change somewhat over time, the BPD persists throughout life and starts at puberty. Fortunately the right medications can have a huge impact right away and give you a chance at the kind of life youve wanted. Theres a great deal of information in my websites BPD section at: http://pks.947.myftpupload.com/bpd.htm.Remember that the BPD is a medical problem that is absolutely NOT your fault. It is also NOT a character disorder. In the strongest terms possible I recommend listening to Zig Ziglars “How to Stay Motivated” series. It has been my experience that borderlines who listen to Zig Ziglar the most do the best. It is expensive but absolutely priceless. It can be ordered at 1-800-525-9000. 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Ask the Doctor Home MENU: Screening Test “Ask the Doctor” (BPD)Borderline Personality Disorder Annual Updates Biological Unhappiness Disorders & Official Criteria Dr. Heller’s C.V. & Picture How Dr. Heller Got Involved If You Want to See Dr. Heller as a Patient Testimonials Table of Contents for the Book ‘Biological Unhappiness’ How to Order “Life at the Border” Why Read ‘Biological Unhappiness’? Goals AD(H)D and Relationships BPD, Bipolar or ADHD? Suicide What if BuSpar makes me anxious or ill? A Suicide Attempt Per Minute in the US Grandparents raising Grandchildren Information About Children What Signs are there that Someone May ‘SNAP’? TV & Cartoon Characters with Depression & Other Disorders Dr. Heller’s Office Website Dr. Heller’s Lectures Mentally Healthy People Retraining the Brain Today is a Gift Reviews Links Webrings Site Index Home Video DVDs now available! You can watch and listen to Dr. Heller in the comfort and convenience of your own home. Provides full explanations and treatment descriptions of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) – 90 minutes, other Biological Unhappiness disorders – 90 minutes. Click here to find out more about Dr. Heller’s educational videos. “Biological Unhappiness” “Open this book and it will open your mind. By combining proven medical procedure with hope and inspiration, Dr. Heller has made a significant difference in thousands of patients who had little hope for recovery. “Biological Unhappiness” contains critical information for those who have lost hope.”Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker, author, See You at the Top, Over the Top, Success for Dummies, Raising Positive kids in a Negative World. Dr. Leland Heller Dyslimbia Press, Inc. 1713 US Hwy 441 N, Suite E Okeechobee, FL 34972 863-467-8771 Email: Hours: M-Thu. 8:30AM-5PMFri. 8:30AM-12 Noon*(*During November through April, the office is open until 3PM on Fridays.) All material not explicitly credited otherwise is copyrighted © 1999-2011 Dr. Leland Heller. All Rights Reserved. May not be duplicated without the permission of Dr. Leland Heller or Dyslimbia Press. Biological Unhappiness, BiologicalUnhappiness.com, & Dyslimbia Press are trademarks of Dr. Leland HellerDesigned and/or hosted by the webmasters at: US-Webmasters.com (TM) Start here to find it FAST!(TM)