John G. Gunderson (1942–2019)
Author of Borderline Personality Disorder: A Clinical Guide
About the Author
John G. Gunderson, M.D., is Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. At McLean Hospital in Belmont, Massachusetts, he serves as Director of Psychosocial and Personality Research and of the Outpatient Personality Disorder Service
Works by John G. Gunderson
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- Legal name
- Gunderson, John Gunder
- Birthdate
- 1942-06-20
- Date of death
- 2019-01-11
- Gender
- male
- Education
- Harvard University (MD)
- Nationality
- USA
- Birthplace
- Two Rivers, Wisconsin, USA
- Places of residence
- Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA
Baltimore, Maryland, USA - Place of death
- Weston, Massachusetts, USA
- Associated Place (for map)
- USA
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A BPD Brief: An Introduction to Borderline Personality Disorder: Diagnosis, Origins, Course, and Treatment by M.D. Gunderson, John G.,
This great little guide serves as an excellent introduction to a basic, rudimentary understanding of borderline personality disorder. It is written in layman's language, so it can be understood by everyone, without having to master clinical terms. The title describes it accurately. It covers the "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual" criteria for a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder (BPD), an explanation of the criteria for diagnosis, the origins of BPD, including the role of genetics show more and environment, the course and prognosis, suicidal thoughts and self-harm, and treatment options. There is also a list of resources for further exploration, including advocacy organizations. show less
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