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Integrating behavioral, psychological and pharmacological treatment: A case study of an individual with borderline personality disorder and mental retardation

  • Anna J. Esbensen
  • , Betsey Ann Benson

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Abstract

The integration of interdisciplinary teams to assist in the treatment of individuals with mental retardation and mental illness is receiving increased attention. However, few examples of the impact of integrated teams are presented in the literature. The treatment of borderline personality disorder among individuals with mental retardation is a complex process involving an understanding of the disorder and ongoing co-ordination between service providers. A case study is presented to illustrate the effects of combined behavioral, psychological and pharmacological treatment of a woman with mild mental retardation and borderline personality disorder. This study will illustrate the impact of integrated treatment methods using a naturally-occurring ABA design.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)107-113
Number of pages7
JournalMental Health Aspects of Developmental Disabilities
Volume6
Issue number3
StatePublished - Jul 1 2003

Keywords

  • Borderline personality disorder
  • Developmental disability
  • Integrated treatment
  • Intellectual disability
  • Interdisciplinary
  • Mental retardation
  • Psychiatric disorder

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