Status:

NOT_YET_RECRUITING

A Compassionate-focused Intervention for Older People with Bipolar Disorder

Lead Sponsor:

University of Manchester

Collaborating Sponsors:

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Conditions:

Bipolar Disorder I or II

Eligibility:

All Genders

60-90 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The aim of this study is to determine whether it is feasible to deliver a 9-session compassionate-focused therapy for older people with bipolar disorder. Participants will be asked to complete baselin...

Detailed Description

The present study will evaluate the feasibility of a compassionate-focused intervention targeting rumination that is specifically tailored for older people with bipolar disorder. In addition to evalua...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Adults aged 60 years and above.
  • Have a nominated healthcare professional (i.e. GP/Care Coordinator)
  • Meet the criteria for a diagnosis of bipolar disorder I or II according to the MINI.
  • Score of \>57 on Ruminative Response Scale (RRS)
  • Be able to provide written informed consent.
  • Be able to speak sufficient English to engage in the assessments and intervention.

Exclusion

  • Currently in an episode of mania or hypomania according to the MINI.
  • Experiencing 'severe depression' according to the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale, which equates to a score of over 24.
  • MoCA score of \<22 to exclude for moderate and severe cognitive impairment.
  • Currently receiving psychological therapy.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

July 1 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

April 1 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

6 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06882590

Start Date

July 1 2025

End Date

April 1 2026

Last Update

March 18 2025

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Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Greater Manchester, United Kingdom