Although Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) in Its Original Form Explicitly Addressed

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Essay

Although interpersonal therapy (IPT) in its original form explicitly addressed only Axis I disorders, Markowitz and colleagues have a strong rationale for treating borderline personality disorder (BPD) with IPT. Describe their rational for why IPT might be a helpful intervention for BPD.

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