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Lost in the Mirror, 2nd Edition: An Inside Look at Borderline Personality Disorder
 
 
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Lost in the Mirror, 2nd Edition: An Inside Look at Borderline Personality Disorder (Paperback)

by Richard Moskovitz (Author)
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Persons with borderline personality disorder (BPD) have often been abused physically, psychologically, or sexually; most are women. Moskovitz describes variations of the condition and how it affects patient, family, and friends. The sufferer may experience guilt, self-hate, suicide, self-mutilation, and other symptoms and signs, and Moskovitz provides several patient histories to bring BPD to life. No case is more considerable than that of Sara, which Moskovitz parcels out in segments at the ends of chapters--a tactic that first seems artificial and confusing but cumulatively makes a greater impression than it would if presented whole. Moskovitz is especially adept with analogies, using everyday situations to clarify his points rather than just adorn the text. He imparts that while there is no drug just for BPD, some drugs help with specific symptoms, and he dispenses practical advice to family and professionals as well as patients. William Beatty --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.


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Explores the frightening world of BPD patients and helps readers understand their pain.
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2.0 out of 5 stars People are people, not their diagnosis, Sep 17 2003
By Morganna Wolf (Portland, OR) - See all my reviews
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I had to work hard to finish this book. There were times when the author would say "If you are borderline....." and then go on to attempt to explain some dynamic of the disorder. No one IS borderline! There are many people who have been given a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder but on one IS borderline. People are people, not their diagnosis. I feel this is one of the many fatal flaws of this book. Especially with diagnosis such as BPD it is very important for clinicians to help people realize that they are not their diagnosis. I am appalled that an apparently well trained and highly experienced clinician would make such a major blunder.

It is very clear that the author has a strong passion for his work; however I also feel that he has highly romanticized the people he works with. The book is also full of sweeping generalizations.

The only real treatment model he discusses is long-term therapy with as needed hospital admissions that last several days to weeks. In the reality of managed care, these models of treatment are finically available to only a select few. By putting this out as the only model of hope the author sets up an expectation that this is the only path towards healing. This is far from the truth. There are many roads to healing.

There were a handful of points that helped me gain some new insights; however they were too far and few between.

While I will not get rid of this book, it will not be one I put on the bookshelf in my office. I would not want to imply to anyone that I recommend this book. I especially would not a person who I am working with to assume that since it was on my book shelf that it was something I might recommend they read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The 3 books you MUST read to get a full picture of BPD, Jan 2 2004
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For the lay public, and easy to read

1) "Lost in the mirror" to validate the suffering of someone with BPD
2) "The Siren's Dance : My Marriage to a Borderline: A Case Study" to validate what the partner of someone with BPD goes through.
3) "Stop Walking on Eggshells; Coping When Someone You Care about Has Borderline Personality Disorder" as a blueprint of how loved ones can deal with the condition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have Book If you have or know someone with BPD, Dec 31 2003
I have BPD and this book is the best book I have read yet. It explains just what I have been feeling but could not explain myself. It is easy to read and understand without a lot of jibberish. It is a Must Buy!! I would rate this book much higher than a 5 star if I could!! It really helped. In fact I highlighted parts and take it to my therapist and we go over it together. I just can't say enough about how much this book has helped me
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3.0 out of 5 stars Abused Confused Fearful Anxiety Ridden Depressed Destructive
I recommend this book for anyone dealing with a loved one with identity issues, self-esteem issues, mood disorders, any type of addiction, reoccurring unresolved anger, troubling... Read more
Published on Jun 19 2004

1.0 out of 5 stars Excuses, not help
Moskowitz's book surprised me as a clinician; its audience is the person diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, not the practitioner. Read more
Published on May 6 2004 by Carla P. Hufstedler

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book out there for people with BPD.
This is an easy to read book with a lot of great information. It has helped me through the rough times.
Published on Feb 27 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars Not very helpful for family members
This book has some good information and details one specific case. As I was reading this book I kept thinking, "no, that doesn't explain my mother at all". Read more
Published on Dec 21 2003 by Kris

4.0 out of 5 stars Beneficial but Annoying/Simply A Starting Point
I think the information in this book is extremely helpful, although I was annoyed by the author's attempt at romanticized prose. Read more
Published on Nov 26 2003 by Vegan-Headed Hipster

5.0 out of 5 stars A Definite Must-Read For Any Borderline
If you are someone with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), no doubt you are in much pain. Perhaps you've just been diagnosed and are looking for information. Read more
Published on Aug 30 2003 by Deaf Writer

5.0 out of 5 stars Good God This is a Great Book
For anyone interested in borderline personality disorder, who has it themselves or copes with a loved one who does, THIS BOOK is a great help and a great resource!!!
Published on Aug 18 2003 by Adam Sacks

5.0 out of 5 stars best book on bpd
...I have bpd and have found this book very helpful to me. It has helped me to understand my disorder and treatment.
Published on Jul 21 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars good resource
I read this book after being 'officially' diagnosed with BPD. I found it extremely easy to read with short chapters and good examples of real people. Read more
Published on April 24 2003 by fezabel

5.0 out of 5 stars This Book Is a Gift to the World
I discovered LOST IN THE MIRROR three weeks ago. For the first time in my life I am reading someone else's words about borderline and exclaiming, 'Yes, that is what I've had to... Read more
Published on April 7 2003 by Susan Rose Blauner

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