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McLean Screening Instrument for BPD

10-item questionnaire quick screening tool for potential BPD symptoms, not a diagnostic tool.

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Borderline Personality Disorder

BPD is a complex mental health condition characterized by intense emotions, unstable relationships, impulsive behavior, and difficulties with self-image.

McLean Screening Instrument for BPD

MSI-BPD is a brief self-report questionnaire developed at McLean Hospital to help identify possible symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder.

  • Format

    10 yes/no questions designed to screen for core features of BPD.

  • Authors

    Developed by Dr. Mary C. Zanarini and colleagues at McLean Hospital, a leading institution in psychiatric research.

  • Purpose

    To provide a quick, evidence-based method for identifying individuals who may benefit from further clinical evaluation.
Important
The MSI-BPD is a self-screening tool and not a diagnostic instrument. A positive score does not mean a person has BPD. Only a qualified mental health professional can provide an official diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment.

When the MSI-BPD Is Used

The MSI-BPD is commonly used as a first-line screening tool in situations where BPD is suspected. It may be helpful for:

  • Individuals experiencing unstable moods or intense emotions

  • People struggling with impulsivity or self-harming behaviors

  • Patients with complex interpersonal difficulties

  • Clinical assessments where BPD symptoms may overlap with other mental health conditions

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