Self-Compassion therapy tested to curb Self-Harm in BPD
NCT ID NCT06699732
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tests whether an 8-week mindful self-compassion program can reduce self-harm, improve emotional control, and boost quality of life in 60 adults with borderline personality disorder. Participants learn mindfulness and self-kindness techniques. The goal is to see if this behavioral approach offers a practical, drug-free option for managing BPD symptoms.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Mindful Self-Compassion therapy (8-week behavioral program)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a new, non-drug way to help people with borderline personality disorder manage self-harm and feel better emotionally.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy requires active participation and may not work for all.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Commandant Afimh
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 46000, Pakistan
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Farid Family Hospital
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 46000, Pakistan
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