Date of Award
Spring 2023
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Gina Montefusco Beldner MS PA-C
Abstract
This presentation strives to help providers diagnose Borderline Personality Disorder and decide on a treatment option shown to be most efficacious for their patient's symptoms. Currently, no medications are indicated in the treatment of BPD, so information was compiled on researched treatment options. The issue of polypharmacy is also discussed, as an effort to avoid this issue in future clinical practice.
Recommended Citation
Walsh, Sarah, "Development of Psychopharmacology in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)" (2023). Capstone Showcase. 39.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2023/pa/39
Additional Files
sarah walsh capstone presentation.mp4 (20842 kB)video presentation of capstone poster
Development of Psychopharmacology in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
This presentation strives to help providers diagnose Borderline Personality Disorder and decide on a treatment option shown to be most efficacious for their patient's symptoms. Currently, no medications are indicated in the treatment of BPD, so information was compiled on researched treatment options. The issue of polypharmacy is also discussed, as an effort to avoid this issue in future clinical practice.