Table 1 Eligibility criteria
| Â | Criteria exclusive to the outpatient clinic | Criteria exclusive to the trial |
|---|---|---|
Inclusion criteria | Aged 18–60 Personality disorder(s) considered to be the primary diagnosis/diagnoses | A minimum of four confirmed DSM-V diagnostic criteria for borderline personality disorder Written informed consent |
Exclusion criteria | Possibility of a learning disability (IQ < 75) A full diagnosis of schizotypal personality disorder or antisocial personality disorder Presence of a comorbid psychiatric disorder that requires specialist treatment Current (past 2 months) substance dependence including alcohol Concurrent psychotherapeutic treatment outside the clinic | Unable to understand Danish Lack of informed consent |