Schluss mit dem Eiertanz

Borderline behavior is exhausting and often destructive for those affected, but it also impacts family members, partners, and friends who are frequently dominated by the precarious behaviors of the individuals with the disorder. So how should a family member behave "correctly"? The authors answer this question by highlighting the daily behavioral and relational traps that arise in life with individuals with borderline personality disorder. They offer valuable suggestions and tips to remain psychologically stable and to be supportive for the affected partner. "What is left when our interaction with the other is an eternal dance of eggshells? Superficial small talk, tense silence, and a lot of stress. What used to be a lighthearted dance of affection and closeness transforms into a masquerade ball.".