"Borderline personality disorder (BPD) involves intense emotions, impulsivity, an unstable or shifting sense of self, and chaotic relationship patterns, which are often accompanied by frantic efforts to avoid real or perceived abandonment (APA, 2013). People with BPD commonly form an intense emotional attachment to one specific person, sometimes a friend, romantic partner, or family member, on whom they come to rely for support and stability (Jeong et al., 2022)."
"Intense attachments aren't unique to BPD, but in this context, they can become extreme and destabilizing for everyone involved. The upside of having a favorite person The favorite person dynamic stems from a profound need for closeness and support. For some, it brings intense love, comfort, validation, and a sense of purpose. It can inspire fierce loyalty, admiration, and strong emotional bonding. Although it's often framed as an obsession, the FP relationship is better understood as a coping mechanism."
Borderline personality disorder involves intense emotions, impulsivity, unstable identity, and chaotic relationship patterns frequently accompanied by frantic efforts to avoid real or perceived abandonment. Many people with BPD develop a singular, intense attachment to a specific favorite person who becomes a primary source of identity, safety, and emotional validation. The favorite-person bond can provide love, comfort, and motivation to regulate feelings, yet it can also dominate thoughts, trigger abandonment fears, and destabilize relationships when boundaries are unclear. Therapy can teach emotion regulation, boundary-setting, and interpersonal skills to support more stable relationships.
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