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A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Early Bipolar Disorder
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Cognitive Interpersonal Therapy and Treatment As Usual for Mania and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 20 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
There is a need to develop a better understanding of the early phase of bipolar disorder, and to develop and evaluate effective psychosocial interventions that assist people in this phase. The purpose of this study is to determine whether or not it is feasible to conduct a larger study of the effectiveness of cognitive interpersonal therapy (a psychological therapy) with individuals who have experienced their first or second treated episode of mania or hypomania (symptoms common in early development of bipolar disorders).
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Cognitive Interpersonal Therapy in Early Bipolar Disorder: Individuals will receive up to six months of individual CIT-BP. CBT will emphasise assessment, engagement and formulation; normalizing and compassionate understanding; specific cognitive and behavioural strategies; self-management and social rhythm regulation; affect regulation, and staying well (Gumley \& Schwannauer, 2006).
The comparison group is treatment as usual (TAU). This will comprise of the individuals normal psychiatric care and will vary with individual and locality and is therefore not specified.