Abstract
This article shows that borderline patients can be effectively treated by a time-limited hospitalization and psychotherapy which sets clear limits within a neutral corrective atmosphere. Clarification to the patients that they have the capacity of choice of behavior is essential. Two case histories are included.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Borderline Personality Disorder / psychology
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Borderline Personality Disorder / therapy*
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Countertransference
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Female
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Hospitalization*
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Humans
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Length of Stay
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Male
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Personality Disorders / therapy*
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Physician-Patient Relations
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Psychoanalytic Therapy
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Psychotherapy, Brief*
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Transference, Psychology