Smartphone-based treatment for bipolar disorder

Effects of Smartphone-based Treatment for Bipolar Disorder - the Smart Bipolar RCT

Not applicable Interventional Mental Health Centre Copenhagen, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital · NCT04230421

This study is testing whether a smartphone app can help people with bipolar disorder improve their mood and overall quality of life.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorMental Health Centre Copenhagen, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Copenhagen)
Trial IDNCT04230421 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The Smart Bipolar project is a pragmatic randomized controlled trial designed to evaluate the effects of smartphone-based add-on treatments for bipolar disorder in a real-world clinical setting. It involves 200 patients from various psychiatric centers in the Capital Region of Denmark, utilizing the Monsenso system for mood monitoring and feedback. The study aims to scientifically assess the impact of digital health interventions on the quality of life and psychosocial functioning of individuals with bipolar disorder.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder receiving treatment at the participating psychiatric centers in Denmark.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have a diagnosis of bipolar disorder or those not receiving treatment at the specified centers may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the management and treatment of bipolar disorder through innovative digital health solutions.

How similar studies have performed: While digital health interventions have shown promise in various settings, this specific approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in the context of bipolar disorder.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients in CAG Bipolar, i.e., with a main diagnosis of bipolar disorder in the five large centers, in the Mental Health Services, Capital Region of Denmark (Psychiatric Center Copenhagen, Psychiatric Center Hilleroed, Psychiatric Center Amager, Psychiatric Center Glostrup and Psychiatric Center Ballerup)

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where this trial is running

Copenhagen

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Bipolar Disorder
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.