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Borderline Personality Disorder or in simpler words BPD includes self-destructive thoughts, unstable interpersonal relationships, image issues and intense emotions. Not only does one who has BPD struggles but also the people around him or her. Many judge BDP but what they fail to understand is it can be treated. There is a negative stigma about it but many live with it. You would be surprised to know that living with BDP is quite common, many celebrities suffer from it. Many are diagnosed with it and many carry the traits but just haven’t been diagnosed. In this article, we will focus on 6 famous people who have been open about their mental health struggles in regard to BPD and why they are an inspiration to many.
Pete Davidson is a well-known comedian and actor, mostly known for his time on Saturday Night Live and stand up comedy. Back in the year 2017, Pete confessed to being diagnosed with BPD. Before he was diagnosed, he was wrongly told that he had bipolar disorder and this resulted in Pete feeling bewildered about the issues he was experiencing.
Pete Davidson has been candid about his never ending struggles with mood fluctuations, low self-respect and the loss of loved ones. Moreover, he has expressed how vital therapy is to him, especially Dialectical Behavior Therapy for enhancing his quality of life and having around some people who would aid him in the process. Currently, he actively advocates towards mental health care and openly discusses issues regarding mental health. Many of his fans have connected with Pete Davidson since he has openly talked about his struggles with mental health through comedy.
Brandon Marshall is an ex-NFL wide receiver who has played for several teams in his career such as the Denver Broncos, the Chicago Bears and New York Jets among many others. He spent most of his time in the NFL between 2006 to 2018 and in 2011, Brandon was also diagnosed with BPD because of his rash actions during his time in the NFL. Prior to the assessment, he was viewed in the wrong light and this gave rise to public criticism and personal battles. He first reached out to McLean Hospital, a well-acknowledged psychiatric center in Massachusetts, because he was desperate to get assistance after being formally diagnosed, and there, he underwent high-intensity sessions. He considers Dialectical Behavior Therapy to be the most beneficial in teaching him the skills necessary to handle emotions in a proper manner and develop healthy alternatives.
In addition, more specifically, Brandon became a mental health activist after creating “Project 375” which is a non-profit foundation that aims towards fighting discrimination against people suffering with mental health challenges and giving people applicable treatment options. Brandon still speaks about BPD and continues to urge people to get professional help.
Madison Bailey is best known for her acting role in the Netflix’s show, Outer Banks, and has been open about her diagnosis with BPD since her teenage years. Madison Bailey has spoken about experiencing many of the symptoms of BPD such as fear of abandonment, emotional instability, and difficulties in personal relationships. She has focused on the importance of self-awareness, therapy, and personal growth. Madison uses her platform to share her journey and provide support to others as well as staying transparent about her BPD diagnosis while maintaining her successful career that is in the public eye. Many of her fans find comfort in knowing this information about her so they can also feel inspired to get help.
Darell Hammond is a comedian and actor best known for his time on Saturday Night Live and Scary Movie 3. Darell has been open about his mental health struggles from addiction to self-harm. In 2011, he disclosed that throughout his childhood, his mother abused him which led him to be diagnosed with several mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and PTSD. While Darrell hasn’t publicly commented on his BPD status, he has shared a few symptoms that are linked to BPD such as trouble with self-regulation and personal relationships. Darrell sought help through therapy and medication which helped him understand his mental health needs. He shared his story in his own memoir titled, “God, If You’re Not Up There, I’m F*ucked”. Darrell has shared that since getting the right treatment, his life has changed for the better.
Susi Graf is a filmmaker and author. Susi directed “Lost in the Crowd” in 2010 and wrote “Madness: A Bipolar Life”. She has been open about her mental health struggles and diagnosis with BPD. She was diagnosed after years of emotional turmoil and struggles with identity and intense emotions. Susi has shared that before she was diagnosed with BPD, she felt extreme mood swings, fear of abandonment, and led a very turbulent life before finding help. Susi is a strong advocate for mental health awareness, in specific BPD. She uses her platform to talk openly about BPD and how complex the disorder is. In many of her films and writing, she often explores different themes of mental and emotional struggles which makes her someone others can relate too. She often used Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her recovery journey and has become a very important voice for those living with BPD.
Marsha Linehan is a psychologist and creator of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which is the most common therapeutic approach to BPD. Marsha went through a challenging time of emotional dysregulation, self-harm, and suicidal behavior before finding the help she needed and being diagnosed with BPD. Marsha has expressed her experiences with BPD which has influenced her work. She created DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) in the 1980’s to help individuals who suffered from the same things she, herself, was suffering from too. Her creation of DBT has become the “gold-standard” for those diagnosed with BPD. Marsha has earned recognition in awards for her contributions to the mental health world. She has also helped reduce the stigma around BPD by creating DBT and advocating for others and herself through changing the perception that BPD couldn’t be treated.
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