Infidelity and BPD Some people have negative associations between BPD and infidelity, but there is currently no research that shows a connection between BPD and an increased likelihood of cheating. Two of the key features of borderline personality are problems in relationships and problems with impulsive behavior.

Can BPD feel love?

A romantic relationship with someone with BPD can be, in a word, stormy. Its not uncommon to experience a great deal of turmoil and dysfunction. However, people with BPD can be exceptionally caring, compassionate, and affectionate. In fact, some people find this level of devotion from a partner pleasant.

Why do borderlines obsess?

When a person with BPD senses a shift in their partners feelings, whether real or imagined, they may immediately withdraw. They can become angry and hurt over something a person without BPD would not react to. They can even become obsessive. These emotional switchbacks can be difficult to handle.

Does BPD feel empathy?

Previous research has demonstrated that patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) are more sensitive to negative emotions and often show poor cognitive empathy, yet preserved or even superior emotional empathy. However, little is known about the neural correlates of empathy.

Why do borderlines dissociate?

Causes. Dissociation appears to be the brains way of coping and separating from trauma, which can make it more bearable. If you learned to dissociate in times of extreme stress as a child, it likely affected the way your concept of yourself developed.

What does dissociation in BPD feel like?

Some people experience periods of amnesia or losing time—from minutes to hours or even days. Even though they awake during these times, they cannot remember where they were or what they were doing. This type of amnesia is sometimes referred to as a dissociative fugue.