About the Study

This anonymous study, part of a Master’s thesis at the University of Gdańsk, explores how individuals with elevated traits of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) perceive their mental health identity and self-stigma.

• Duration: Approximately 7–10 minutes.

• Procedure: You will first complete a brief BPD screening tool. Only those who meet the necessary score will proceed to the full questionnaire.

Risks, Anonymity, and Support

• Risks: Some questions may touch on emotionally sensitive topics. You are encouraged to discontinue participation if you feel any discomfort.

• Voluntary: Your participation is fully voluntary. You may withdraw at any time by closing the survey page, and your data will not be saved.

• Anonymity: The study is fully anonymous. No identifying data (name, email, or IP address) is collected or stored.

• Support: A list of free international mental health resources will be provided at the end of the survey.

Note: Due to the anonymous nature, you cannot withdraw your data after submission.

Agreement to Participate

By selecting the box below, you confirm that:

1. You are an adult (18 years or older).

2. You have read and understood this information.

3. You voluntarily consent to participate in this anonymous research study.