Intentional self-harming behavior in borderline personality disorders. Part III: diagnosis and treatment

The literature review is based on searching the keywords “borderline personality disorder” (BPD), “non-suicidal self-harm” and “suicidal behavior” in MEDLINE and PsycINFO for articles since 2000. The third and final part focuses on the diagnostic process, objectification of the medical and social burden and the selection of evidence- based comprehensive treatment for patients with BPD as an important resource-saving and anti-suicidal remedy.