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The American Psychiatric Association officially recognized DID (previously known as Multiple Personality Disorder) in the DSM-III, bringing attention to this complex trauma-related condition.
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The DSM-IV helped refine diagnostic criteria, clarifying the differences in mood instability seen in BPD vs Bipolar, reducing misdiagnoses and improving targeted treatment approaches.
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Mental health professionals began recognizing Petulant BPD as a unique and difficult-to-manage subtype of Borderline Personality Disorder, characterized by passive-aggressive behaviors and intense anger.
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Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) gained popularity as effective middle-ground care options for those needing more than weekly therapy but not full hospitalization—especially for mood and personality disorders.
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Public discussions and advocacy efforts on platforms like TikTok and YouTube increased awareness around the key differences in how a person with bipolar thinks versus someone with BPD, helping reduce stigma.