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