What is the difference between bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder (BPD)? 

The difference between BPD and bipolar disorder lies in the pattern and duration of mood changes. In BPD, moods can change quickly (within hours), often triggered by relationships or stress. In bipolar disorder, mood episodes are more prolonged and cyclical, involving mania/hypomania and depression.

Treatments also differ: bipolar disorder is usually treated with medication plus therapy, while BPD is managed primarily with therapies such as DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy). Understanding these differences helps avoid misdiagnosis and supports better outcomes.

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