Mentalizing is the capacity to understand ourselves and others in terms of intentional mental
states, such as feelings, desires, wishes, attitudes, and goals. It is a fundamental capacity in …

It is widely accepted that interpersonal problems are a central area of difficulty for those with
borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, empirical elucidation of the specific …

An update to the classic text that links neuroscience and human behavior in the context of
therapy. This groundbreaking book explores the recent revolution in psychotherapy that has …

Two decades ago, the introduction of functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) into the
field of neuroscience created new opportunities for investigating neural processes within the …

BackgroundEmotion dysregulation represents a core symptom of borderline personality
disorder (BPD). Deficits in emotion perception are thought to underlie this clinical feature …

Background Functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) provides a direct and quantitative
assessment of cortical haemodynamic function during a cognitive task. This functional …

Social exclusion (ostracism) is a major psychosocial factor contributing to the development
and persistence of psychiatric disorders and is also related to their social stigma. However …

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a severe mental disorder, characterized by
pronounced deficits in emotion regulation, cognitive disturbances including dissociation …

BACKGROUND: Emotional vulnerabilities at the core of borderline personality disorder
(BPD) involve a dysfunction of frontolimbic systems subserving negative emotionality. The …

Many typical symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD) occur within interpersonal
contexts, suggesting that BPD is characterized by aberrant social cognition. While research …