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Impact of Mindful Self-Compassion Therapy on Self Harm Behaviors, Emotional Regulation and Quality of Life Among Patients With Borderline Personality Disorder
Sponsor: Fatima Jinnah Women University
Summary
The primary purpose of the study is to investigate whether Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) therapy can significantly reduce self-harm behaviors, improve emotional regulation, and enhance the quality of life in individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). The study aims to contribute to the existing literature by providing robust evidence on the efficacy of MSC therapy for BPD, which could inform clinical practices and improve treatment outcomes
Official title: Impact of Mindful Self-Compassion Therapy on Self Harm Behaviors, Emotional Regulation and Quality of Life Among Patients With Borderline Personality Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2024-09-21
Completion Date
2025-12-30
Last Updated
2025-09-02
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Mindful Self Compassion Therapy
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) therapy is an 8-week program blending mindfulness and self-compassion to improve emotional resilience and well-being. Week 1: Introduction - Learn the basics of mindfulness, self-compassion, and reframing self-critical thoughts with kindness. Week 2: Mindfulness - Practice observing thoughts and emotions without judgment to build self-awareness. Week 3: Self-Kindness - Develop skills to treat yourself with warmth and care during difficult times. Week 4: Common Humanity - Explore shared human experiences to reduce feelings of isolation. Week 5: Working with Challenges - Learn strategies to respond compassionately to emotional pain. Week 6: Growing Compassion - Deepen compassion for yourself and others through guided exercises. Week 7: Resilience Building - Strengthen coping skills and foster emotional flexibility. Week 8: Integration - Consolidate skills to maintain self-compassion in daily life.
Locations (2)
Commandant Afimh
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Farid Family Hospital
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan