Hi, BSB!
I'm sorry I don't know about which magazine you speak of. Where did you hear about it? I may want to research that myself.
I'm so sorry that you have to deal with a daughter who has BPD. I'm sure it has been a very confusing and heartbreaking struggle. I'm glad she has found a counselor who has been patient with her and has made progress. How old is she now? What age was she diagnosed BPD? It sounds like you and your husband have been involved with her therapies/treatments. What kind of treatments have worked for her?
There are tools here to help you and your husband deal with this, too, and will make the relationship with your daughter easier. I'd suggest reading over the topics on the message board for parents:
Parenting a son or daughter suffering from BPD boardTo answer your question as to the "average" length of time - unfortunately, it is likely to be a lifelong struggle and she will always need counseling of some kind. But with proper treatment, she should be able to get to a point of self-sufficiency. My girlfriend was first diagnosed as a teenager, and now at 38 is still seeking regular counseling and attending regular AA meetings. Unfortunately, it's been a constant battle for her with plenty of slip ups along the way. The positive thing is that now she does know how to seek help before things get too bad. Here is a good link on the subject:
Can BPD be cured or go into remission?I'm glad you found us here.