One-day therapy education to lessen bipolar caregiver stress
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a one-day session that teaches patients and caregivers about bipolar disorder can reduce the caregiver’s burden (stress and workload). You may be eligible if you’re an adult with bipolar disorder and have a regular caregiver willing to join the session.
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Who can take part
- You (the patient) must be over 18 years old
- You must have bipolar disorder (type I, II, or unspecified) by DSM-5 criteria
- You must have a regular caregiver who can attend
- Both you and your caregiver must be able to understand and join the group sessions
- Both of you must be able to speak, read, and write French
- Both of you must sign informed consent and be covered by social security
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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