Understanding and reducing suicidal behavior in bipolar disorder patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the environmental and psychological factors influencing suicidality in individuals diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. It aims to identify effective treatments to reduce suicidal behavior and enhance quality of life through a 6-week group-based intervention program. The program includes various therapeutic approaches such as Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy, Bipolar-Specific Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, focusing on coping strategies and understanding bipolar disorder.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* English speaking
* Diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder (BD)
* Able to provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Cognitive impairments
* Acutely psychotic
* Medically unstable
* History of schizophrenia spectrum disorder
* History of mood incongruent psychotic symptoms
* History of primary substance disorder
* History of primary organic disease and/or dementia

Where it's running

• Grady Health System
  Atlanta, Georgia, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Dorian Lamis, PhD — Emory University
• Study coordinator: Dorian Lamis, PhD
• Email: dorian.lamis@emory.edu
• Phone: (404) 616-3533

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.