A Pilot Study of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy for Bipolar Disorder
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Bipolar Disorder
- Sponsor
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Enrollment
- 24
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- clinical global impression for bipolar disorder
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 19 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study was to compare a group psychotherapy intervention, the Integrative Outpatient Model, to a convenience control, in adults with bipolar disorder.
Detailed Description
The psychotherapy literature suggests that psychological treatments can have a significant impact on the clinical course and outcome for bipolar disorder (Swartz \& Frank, 2001). Very few outcome studies have been conducted in group psychotherapy for bipolar disorder, and there are no preliminary studies conducted using the Integrative Outpatient Model, developed specifically for bipolar disorder. Given the lack of preliminary data, a pilot study with a matched-control design is indicated to obtain preliminary data regarding this treatment modality and approach. The IOM is a weekly, long term psychotherapy. Comparison: Individuals who participate in group psychotherapy will be compared to a control group on mood and symptom ratings, up to 1 year post intervention.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •bipolar disorder; functioning level appropriate for outpatient group psychotherapy; willingness to engage in a psychotherapeutic intervention -
Exclusion Criteria
- •cognitive impairment; prominent psychosis; under 18 years old
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
clinical global impression for bipolar disorder
depression symptoms
manic symptoms
number of days without a bipolar mood episode
global assessment of functioning