Understanding the Differences: Bipolar Disorder vs Borderline Personality Disorder

A black and white photo collage of a woman with many different facial expressions, eyes, mouths, and emotions depicting the extreme cycles and moods of bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder.

Bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder are frequently confused– leading to misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment, and distress.

Keep reading to learn the key differences between bipolar and borderline personality disorders, why they’re often mistaken for each other, and what to do next if you’re unsure you’ve received the right diagnosis.