The Borderline Diagnosis for Children (original) (raw)

This paper discusses the complexities and nuances of diagnosing borderline personality disorder in children, challenging existing methodologies and emphasizing the need for improved criteria. It critically evaluates the Tarasoff doctrine's implications in legal contexts involving mental health and highlights statistical evaluations of aggression in relation to borderline features. The research seeks to refine diagnostic parameters and calls for further investigation into the effectiveness of distinguishing between borderline symptoms and other conduct disorders.