Borderline personality disorder in twins: The preponderance of environmental and genetic factors

Authors

  • Hiroê Alencar Braga
  • Ákila Macêdo Freire
  • Araly Alencar Braga
  • João Marcos Ferreira de Lima Silva
  • Modesto Leite Rolim Neto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3823/1655

Keywords:

Borderline, Genetic factors, Personality

Abstract

The borderline personality disorder is a psychiatric disorder that despite being widely researched, still has limitations in addressing certain issues involving the degree of genetic and environmental influence. Although studies indicate the existence of such influences, little had research on different prevalences in twins.

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Published

2015-03-18

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Section

Psychiatry & Mental Health

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