BPD Diaries: Stories and Science with Steff7 Aug

Should You Tell People You Have BPD? The Honest Answer.

Whether you've just been diagnosed with BPD or have been living with the diagnosis for years, deciding whether to disclose it can feel overwhelming. Should you tell your partner? Your family? Friends? Your employer? Or is it safer to keep it private?

In this episode, I explore one of the most common and emotionally difficult questions people with BPD ask.

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📚 Referenced Research Includes:

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