Bipolar Intervention Study: Cognitive Interpersonal Therapy (BISCIT)
Mania, Hypomania, Bipolar Affective Disorder
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Mania focused on measuring mania, hypomania, bipolar affective disorder, psychological intervention, cognitive therapy
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Eligible individuals will have experienced their first or second treated episode of mania and / or hypomania in the previous 12-months prior to study entry.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Participants will be excluded if there is a (1) diagnosis of learning disability; (2) inability to participate in psychotherapy/research due to acute medical condition or acute mania
Sites / Locations
- Gartnavel Royal Hospital
- NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
Psychological Therapy
Treatment As Usual
Cognitive Interpersonal Therapy (CIT) was a psychological therapy which emphasised assessment, engagement and formulation; normalizing and compassionate understanding; specific cognitive-behavioural and interpersonal strategies; self-management and social rhythm regulation; affect regulation, and staying well (Gumley & Schwannauer, 2006).
All participants continued to receive their usual care from their local community mental health team and other psychological therapies were not withheld during the conduct of the trial.