Personality disorders in adolescents have long been a debated and controversial topic. Adolescence is a critical period when psychiatric disorders begin to emerge, hence addressing these concerns early can lead to positive outcomes. While Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is the most researched personality disorder in adults, clinicians have often hesitated to diagnose it in adolescents. However, studies on reliability and validity since 2005 have confirmed that BPD can and must be diagnosed early, enabling timely interventions.

In this webinar - where case anecdotes will illustrate the theory in practice - we will explore BPD, its aetiology, and its emergence during adolescence. In particular, Dr Joan Haliburn will emphasise:

1) The significance of early attachment relationships and trauma play a significant role in the development of BPD

2) That no personality disorder exists in isolation because comorbid traits and disorders, such as Avoidant and Narcissistic Personality Disorders, often co-occur in adolescents

3) The imperative for comorbidity as a key consideration in case formulation and psychotherapeutic treatment for this demographic and types of presentation

Venue: Online Webinar.  Includes access to video recording for 30 days.

Date: Saturday, 15th of March, 2025

Time: 1100hrs to 1230hrs (Sydney/Melbourne Time)

Cost: 79.99

CPD Certificate: 1.5 hours 

About Dr Joan Haliburn: Dr Joan Haliburn is a Consultant Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatrist, trained in the Conversational Model of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, in the Systems Model of Family Therapy and in Attachment Strange Situation. She is in private practice and is a faculty member of the Complex Trauma Training Unit, University of Sydney at Westmead Clinical School. She has been involved in psychotherapy research and writing since graduating in 1987. Her most recent book ‘An Integrated Approach to Short Term Dynamic Interpersonal Psychotherapy: A Clinician’s Guide’ 2017 is used in the short-term therapy training course. She has also co-edited “Humanising Mental Health Care in Australia” 2019 and has authored numerous papers in local and international journals.

About eiseEducation: eiseEducation delivers exceptional webinars, short courses, and professional development training to the mental health, social services & community services sector across Australia & New Zealand. Find out more at eiseEducation.com 

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