Citation

Zinkler M, Gaglia A, Arokiadass SMR, Farhy E. Psychiatr. Bull. 2007; 31(7): 249-252.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, Royal College of Psychiatrists)

DOI

10.1192/pb.bp.106.011874

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Aims and method: Dialectical behaviour therapy is an evidence-based treatment for people with borderline personality disorder. We describe implementation and outcomes of a new service.

RESULTS: Hospital use and frequency of selfharm were reduced dramatically with dialectical behaviour therapy. Moreover, the therapy can be implemented successfully in a relatively short time at modest costs. Clinical implications: Dialectical behaviour therapy provides a useful model of treatment for people with borderline personality disorder and/ or selfharm in community mental health settings.

Language: en

Keywords

adult; human; suicide; female; male; aged; treatment outcome; article; major clinical study; automutilation; behavior therapy; health service; health care cost; community mental health; borderline state; outcomes research; health care utilization; evidence based medicine; hospital care; risk reduction; clinical effectiveness