Gort's parents never quite liked him and probably did not want children in the first place. He just was not accepted. It was clear early in school that Gort had a low opinion of himself and did not know how to interact with other children. Now he cuts himself and has been to the ER several times. This is a description of the possible development of:

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The description aligns with borderline personality disorder, characterized by unstable relationships, self-image, and affect, and marked impulsivity. The history of poor familial relationships, low self-esteem, and self-harming behavior are indicative of this disorder.

Gort's Parents Never Quite Liked Him and Probably Did Not