The interview was uneven, but doesn't seem to merit the harsh criticism it seems to be getting - IMHO.
On the point that Dr. Peterson further stigmatizes individuals with BPD, I'd just note at one point she went to some length to describe many positive traits she's found among her patients. Given the outright hatred some professionals seem to show towards individuals suffering from the disorder, I was greatly appreciative of the comments. That said, some of her comments were unfortunate -- treating people like five year olds being a case in point. As someone with BPD, I can appreciate what she was trying to say, but it does come across as offensive.
I don't think the complaints about simplistic yes/no answers have much merit. I didn't hear a lot of that, and in those cases where she did give a brief answer it was in response to some lengthy exposition from Paul. If you want the guest to talk more, perhaps the interviewer should talk less and ask more open ended questions. Just saying.
The discussion around medications was distressing. Paul mischaracterized Lamictal as an anti-psychotic. Happily, the mistake -- it's actually an anti-convulsant prescribed as a mood stabilizer for bipolar patients -- was corrected quickly. I was disappointed with Dr. Peterson's response that there isn't a medication for BPD "yet." It seems unlikely there ever will be such a medication -- for which I think I'm glad. I'd hate to think it's possible to alter someone's personality through medication. That's mostly a reflection of my own experiences with medications -- YMMV. For those interested, there is a quite helpful article that describes the efficacy of various medications in treating co-morbid conditions and targeting releif of specific symptoms. It's located here:
http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/articl ... p?AID=9751 You may have to register to gain access, and it's meant for practitioners, but I think it's approachable and understandable.
The extended descriptions of BPD patients as manipulative was distressing. She's seen far more individuals with BPD than have I, so she probably has a better insight into the matter. I'm often desperately afraid of being abandoned, and feel as though navigating relationships is akin to making your way through a mine field. Those fears drive a lot of behavior that's almost certainly dysfunctional, but seemingly unavoidable. The discussion makes it sound as though such behavior is intentionally malevolent and volitional. I think in many cases it's not that way at all -- it's just people doing the best they can in a situation that feels absolutely impossible.
I also have some issues with the suggestion that psychodynamic therapy is inappropriate -- I've found it helpful (and DBT to be particularly unhelpful), but I suspect that's a consequence of my own particular personality and probably not applicable to the larger population. People might also consider EMDR as a means of addressing trauma.
As I say, I found the interview to be a bit uneven -- but I was happy to have some attention on the disorder. I've struggled with this my entire life, and was only recently diagnosed in middle age. It's incredibly helpful and reassuring to know there are reasons I behave the way I do, and that there is hope of recovery.
May you find rest in a peaceful heart.