Abstract
Background Borderline personality disorder is characterised by a pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, affects and marked impulsivity. Objective : The objective is to define the central concept of “facilitation of self-empowerment”. Method Analysis and synthesis reasoning methods as indicated by Walker and Avant (2011) were used to define the central concept. Results A definition of the concept “facilitation of self-empowerment” was formulated from the dictionary and subject definitions. Conclusion The central concept is important for developing a model as a frame of reference to assist psychiatric nurse practitioners in facilitating the mental health of women living with borderline personality disorder.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 437-443 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Health SA Gesondheid |
Volume | 21 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Dec 2016 |
Keywords
- Analysis
- Borderline personality disorder
- Concept
- Facilitation
- Self-empowerment
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Health Policy
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health