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Symptoms During Separation

Separating from someone with Borderline Personality Disorder can trigger massive physical and psychological reactions. These symptoms are normal responses to an extraordinary burden.

Physical Symptoms

Section titled “Physical Symptoms”

Autonomic Reactions

Section titled “Autonomic Reactions”
  • Trembling, sweating, chills
  • Heart palpitations, racing heart
  • Apathy
  • Increased urination

Sleep Disturbances

Section titled “Sleep Disturbances”
  • Insomnia or excessive need for sleep
  • Reduced salivation (dry mouth)
  • Nightmares

Digestion and Appetite

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  • Loss of appetite or overeating
  • Vomiting (in the morning or triggered by reminders)
  • Diarrhoea

Skin Reactions

Section titled “Skin Reactions”
  • Recurring psoriasis or eczema
  • Itchy skin, acne
  • Skin cracking (particularly in the shoulder and back area)

Pain and Tension

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  • Muscle tension in the back and neck area
  • Headaches up to migraine attacks
  • Stomach pain, chest pain, back pain
  • Sciatic irritation

Further Physical Symptoms

Section titled “Further Physical Symptoms”
  • Increased light sensitivity
  • Difficulty with visual focus
  • Blurring of letters when reading
  • Difficulty swallowing, possibly shortness of breath
  • Increased susceptibility to infections (weakened immune system)

Additional Symptoms in Women

Section titled “Additional Symptoms in Women”
  • Shift or absence of menstrual cycle
  • Changes in menstruation in odour, colour, and intensity
  • Spotting

Psychological Symptoms

Section titled “Psychological Symptoms”

Emotional Reactions

Section titled “Emotional Reactions”
  • Concentration and memory problems
  • Irritability, inner restlessness
  • Loss of libido

Depressive Symptoms

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  • Moderate depression
  • Possible descent into major depression
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Abandonment of interests
  • Isolation

Severe Psychological Reactions

Section titled “Severe Psychological Reactions”
  • Fall into psychosis or onset of psychosis
  • Use of addictive substances (alcohol, medication, drugs)

What Can You Do?

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  1. Take the symptoms seriously – They are real and have physical causes
  2. Seek professional help – A therapist can help you
  3. Support your body – Vitamin B complex, Vitamin C, magnesium, zinc, and calcium can help
  4. Avoid self-medication – No sedatives without medical prescription

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