This paper sets out a recent transition in our thinking in relation to psychopathology
associated with personality disorder, in an approach that integrates our thinking about …

Following Linehan's biosocial model, we conceptualize emotion dysregulation in borderline
personality disorder (BPD) as consisting of four components: emotion sensitivity, heightened …

This new edition of Handbook of Mentalizing in Mental Health Practice reflects a vibrant field
undergoing development along a number of dimensions important for mental health. As …

The precise nature and etiopathogenesis of borderline personality disorder (BPD) continues
to elude researchers and clinicians. Yet, increasing evidence from various strands of …

Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA,'ecstasy') releases serotonin and
norepinephrine. MDMA is reported to produce empathogenic and prosocial feelings. It is …

There is substantial evidence from animal research indicating a key role of the
neuropeptides oxytocin (OT) and arginine vasopressin (AVP) in the regulation of complex …

It is widely accepted that interpersonal problems are a central area of difficulty for those with
borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, empirical elucidation of the specific …

Disturbed relatedness is a core feature of borderline personality disorder (BPD), and
impaired social cognition or deficits in “mentalization” are hypothesized to underlie this …

BackgroundEmotion dysregulation represents a core symptom of borderline personality
disorder (BPD). Deficits in emotion perception are thought to underlie this clinical feature …

There has been unprecedented interest in the prosocial effects of the neuropeptide oxytocin
in humans over the last decade. A range of studies has demonstrated correlations between …