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Lighthouse2019
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« on: August 12, 2019, 10:40:34 PM »

My daughter was just diagnosed. I've been through hell and back with her for 8 years and it wasn't until about a year ago that I realized that this was something more than teenage bad behavior. I'm exhausted but do feel some sense of relief that there is a name for this, something I can look into, and that she's not just plain evil. But where to begin? And how to start healing myself and learning coping skills? Any advice or comments or experience to share would be great.
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« Reply #1 on: August 12, 2019, 11:49:44 PM »

Hello and welcome to  bpdfamily, Lighthouse 2019! Welcome new member (click to insert in post)

I'm so sorry for the circumstances that led you to find us but I'm really glad you did. Our community is hands down the best place on the internet for support and advice as you learn and grow.

I'm glad you asked about healing yourself - we talk a lot about self-care here and you're reaching out is a great step in the right direction.

I'm sure others will be along shortly to welcome you, we are all here for each other - supporting one another and learning together. Stick with us, we've got you!

Here's a good place to start:

HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THIS SITE

It's got many of our best articles with links to more.

When you feel comfortable, please share more about your experiences. Does your daughter accept her diagnosis? Is she in treatment? Knowing more helps us help you.

Welcome aboard, we are glad you're here

~ OH
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« Reply #2 on: August 13, 2019, 05:23:32 AM »

Hello Lighthpuse2019
I join OnlyHuman in welcoming you to the group. I hope you will have a look around and see what we have to offer in the way of resources. I know what you mean about the sense of relief at finally having a diagnosis. Now that you know what you are dealing with it will be much easier to figure out how to help your daughter. OH has given you good information about where to start. It is a rough journey but you are not alone.
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