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You Are Not Alone

If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available now. The BPD Alliance provides clear steps and trusted resources to guide you to immediate support.

U.S. Crisis Support

Dial or Text 988

National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
(24/7, confidential)

Or visit: http://988lifeline.org/

Europe Crisis Support

Dial or Text 112

European Emergency Services

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Psychology 101 – Behaviorism, Reinforcement and Punishment as essential knowledge in the treatment of BPD

Blaise A. Aguirre

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