This paper attempts to describe the psychopathology of the borderline patient. Descriptive features of the syndrome in children, adults, and adolescents are given. Genetic considerations and psychic structures are discussed with their resulting treatment implications. Finally, outpatient treatment strategies are presented in detail, including…

This publication, written in English, explains why women are at greater risk for depression than men. Types of depressive illnesses are explained along with the symptoms. It states that some women are predisposed genetically to depression but biochemical, environmental, psychological, and social factors also contribute to its occurrence.…

This publication, written in Spanish, explains why women are at greater risk for depression than men. Types of depressive illnesses are explained along with the symptoms. It states that some women are predisposed genetically to depression but biochemical, environmental, psychological, and social factors also often contribute to its occurrence.…