A randomised controlled trial of recovery focused CBT for individuals with early bipolar disorder

摘要: There is increasing evidence for the effectiveness of structured psychological therapies bipolar disorder. To date however there have been no interventions specifically designed individuals with early The primary objective this trial to establish acceptability and feasibility a new CBT based intervention (Recovery focused CBT; RfCBT) in collaboration disorder intended improve clinical personal recovery outcomes. This article describes single blind randomised controlled assess RfCBT compared treatment as usual. Participants will be recruited from across North West England specialist mental health services through care self referral. outcome study indicated by recruitment target retention follow-up well absence untoward incidents associated RfCBT. We also intend estimate effect size impact on mood outcomes explore potential process measures (self appraisal, stigma, hope esteem). first informed therefore interest researchers area indicating wider evaluating approaches recent onset severe illness general. ISRCTN43062149