Understanding Personality Disorders and Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder

Course Duration:

9.30am - 12.30pm

Target Audience:

All staff, volunteers, family carers, direct employers and their PA’s

Aim:

Unfortunately, personality disorders can be stigmatised in society. Those affected by them may face misconceptions, judgment, and discrimination in various aspects of life. The stigma around personality disorders can arise due to a lack of understanding and awareness about these conditions. Our training, written with the influence and participation of those with lived experience of personality disorders is for anyone who would like to learn more about Personality Disorders and Emotional Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) (Formally known as Borderline Personality Disorder BPD).

Learning Outcomes:

• Increased knowledge and broaden understanding of Personality Disorders and Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder
• Develop awareness of best practice and improved confidence when engaging with individuals experiencing EUPD
• Raise awareness of the range of services and interventions available for those experiencing EUPD
• Recognise that everyone has a role in promoting inclusion and challenging stigma of the EUPD diagnosis