Exploring cognitive function in bipolar disorder
Investigation of Factors Associated With Preserved Cognitive Function in Bipolar Disorder
This study is trying to find out what helps or hurts thinking skills in people with bipolar disorder by looking at different health factors and using a new online test.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 85 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | St. Olavs Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Trondheim) |
| Trial ID | NCT04454073 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to identify risk and resilience factors associated with cognitive impairment in individuals with bipolar disorder. It will enroll 85 participants who will undergo assessments over one to two weeks, including evaluations of psychiatric conditions, sleep patterns, and metabolic syndrome risk factors. A newly developed web-based neuropsychological test will be utilized to assess cognitive function, with follow-up assessments planned up to five years after enrollment. The study seeks to understand the factors that contribute to maintaining cognitive function in bipolar disorder patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 and older with bipolar disorder who have stable symptom levels.
Not a fit: Patients with severe symptoms of bipolar disorder or those who are not fluent in Norwegian may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of cognitive function in patients with bipolar disorder.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into cognitive function in bipolar disorder, this specific approach focusing on resilience factors is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged \>=18 years who score \<= 16 on the MADRS or \<= 8 on the YMRS. * Willing and able to give online informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Symptom level above inclusion criteria will be put on a waiting list, and if informed consent is given, will be included when symptom level is reduced. * No Norwegian fluency.
Where this trial is running
Trondheim
- Bipolar and sleep outpatient clinic, Department of Østmarka, Division of Mental Health Care — Trondheim, Norway (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anne Engum, phd — St Olavs Hospital, Division of Mental Health Care
- Study coordinator: Kristin Svee
- Email: kristin.svee@stolav.no
- Phone: +4795418907
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.