Research Article

Investigation of the Relationship Between Childhood Traumas, Dissociative Experiences and Self-Harm Behaviors in Borderline Personality Disorder Cases

Volume: 22 Number: 3 May 31, 2025
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Investigation of the Relationship Between Childhood Traumas, Dissociative Experiences and Self-Harm Behaviors in Borderline Personality Disorder Cases

Abstract

Borderline Personality Disorder is a frequently encountered clinical condition characterized by emotional dysregulation, impulsive behaviors, and instability in interpersonal relationships. Although numerous studies have examined the relationship between borderline personality disorder and childhood trauma, research conducted with clinically diagnosed samples remains relatively limited. The present study aims to explore the associations among childhood trauma, dissociative experiences, and self-injurious behaviors in individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. The Childhood Trauma Questionnaire, Dissociative Experiences Scale, and Self-Injury Behavior Assessment Inventory were utilized as measurement tools. Participants were recruited through structured clinical interviews, and purposive sampling was employed in the data collection process. Data were analyzed using Spearman's rank-order correlation. The findings revealed significant and positive associations among childhood trauma, dissociative experiences, and self-injurious behaviors. Additionally, statistically significant correlations were observed among all subdimensions of the scales used in the study. These results highlight the importance of considering both childhood trauma and dissociative processes in understanding the etiology and clinical presentation of borderline personality disorder.

Keywords

Borderline Personality Disorder , Childhood Trauma , Self-Harm Behaviors , Dissociative Experiences

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APA
Karataşoğlu, Y. (2025). Investigation of the Relationship Between Childhood Traumas, Dissociative Experiences and Self-Harm Behaviors in Borderline Personality Disorder Cases. OPUS Journal of Society Research, 22(3), 338-353. https://doi.org/10.26466/opusjsr.1623679