Irony detection in patients with borderline personality disorder: an experimental study examining schizotypal traits, response biases and empathy

ConclusionsThis was the first study to show lower detection of verbal irony in patients with BPD. While patients were less biased when asked about the literality of a statement, they perceived praising remarks as less positive on explicit measurements. The results highlight the importance of congruent, transparent communication in promoting epistemic trust in individuals with BPD.
Source: Borderline Personality Disorder and Emotion Dysregulation - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research