Question:
I can't believe you classify ADD/ADHD as disorder that
somehow, over time, can turn into BPD. ADD has to do
with brain structure - as it is developed invitro, it
is not a personality disorder.
Dr. Heller's Answer:
ADHD doesn't 'turn into' BPD. ADHD is in no way a
personality disorder. It's mostly genetic and in my
opinion isn't a disease, but a genetic trait that has
advantages in some environments and disadvantages in
others. Those with ADHD are hunters in an accountants'
world. They tend to be brilliant, clever, and creative.
They are frequently charming as well.
The correlation of adolescent and adult ADHD with BPD
is approximately 50/50. Untreated and undertreated
ADHD can result is a great deal of emotional pain which
can cause the BPD. There was a study in Italy last
year that showed this as well. Being called lazy,
stupid, airhead, etc., literally causes brain damage.
So can trying hard and not succeeding despite obvious
intelligence (usually proven in IQ tests). A recent
study showed there is no difference in the brain
between emotional and physical pain.
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