I was diagnosed with BPD over 10 years ago.  With the help of rigorous treatment with dialectical behavioural therapy and years of hard work, I have managed to get my symptoms mostly into remission. 

I am an unusual BPD patient in that I have managed to 'recover' in a substantial way.  However, the vast majority of folks with BPD - which inordinately affects a larger number of women than men - suffer greatly every single day from their symptoms and have tremendous difficulties in managing day to day life.  

This disorder needs to have awareness raised around it for two main reasons:

1.  It is a devastating and life-altering disorder that CAN be treated;

2.  The general public needs to be made aware of the fact that the VAST majority of people with BPD are no danger to anyone but themselves, despite the horrific negative stereotypes constantly being portrayed in the media.

I would be grateful for any financial support you could give to support me in my walk, which I will perform here in Boston. Just $5 of $10 dollars would mean a lot!  :) xoxoxo