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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) |
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Information provided by: | National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) |
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT00763919 |
In this study, patients with bipolar disorder who do not take their medications as prescribed will receive specialized education and therapy treatment to determine whether the specialized treatment is effective in helping patients to take their medications consistently.
Condition | Intervention |
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Bipolar Disorder |
Behavioral: Psychoeducation module Behavioral: Substance abuse module Behavioral: Improved communication/rapport with provider module Behavioral: Medication routines management module |
Study Type: | Interventional |
Study Design: | Treatment, Open Label, Single Group Assignment, Efficacy Study |
Official Title: | Customized Adherence Enhancement in Bipolar Disorder (CAE in BD) |
Estimated Enrollment: | 43 |
Study Start Date: | July 2008 |
Estimated Study Completion Date: | November 2010 |
Estimated Primary Completion Date: | September 2010 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) |
Arms | Assigned Interventions |
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1: Experimental
Participants, all of whom have a history of medication nonadherence, will be assigned to one or more treatment modules based on their individual profiles.
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Behavioral: Psychoeducation module
The psychoeducation module will use psychological and medication education to address opposition to prophylaxis, denial of illness severity or therapeutic effectiveness, negative attitudes toward drugs in general, lack of information about mood stabilizers, and stigma or embarrassment over medications or in relation to the use of complementary or alternative treatments.
Behavioral: Substance abuse module
The substance abuse module will address problematic substance abuse, particularly as it relates to medication adherence.
Behavioral: Improved communication/rapport with provider module
The provider communication and rapport module will improve health care provider communication to address fear of side effects, concern regarding change in appearance, or side effect-related distress.
Behavioral: Medication routines management module
The medication routines management module will develop strategies and behaviors that help create medication adherence routines for those who have difficulties with medication routines or experience outside opposition to medications.
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Bipolar disorder (BPD) is a chronic disorder characterized by manic and depressive episodes that disrupt healthy, functional lives. Despite recent advances in medication treatments, many BPD patients do not take their medications. Medication nonadherence is associated with multiple risks, such as relapse, rehospitalization, lengthier hospital stays, and, in some cases, increased risk of suicide. Some studies have shown that treatment adherence in BPD can be improved, particularly through psychological education, development of self-management strategies or behaviors, and ongoing relapse prevention.
This study will examine the effectiveness of medication adherence treatment modules specialized to deal with specific reasons for nonadherence. Participants, all of whom have a history of medication nonadherence, will undergo structured interviews and complete self-report questionnaires to determine individual reasons for nonadherence. Based on their individual profiles, participants will be assigned to one or more of the following intervention modules:
Each module will involve four 60-minute sessions conducted in a 4- to 6-week period. The study therapist will conduct each of these sessions individually with the participant, combining or coadministering modules in a single session if participants are assigned to more than one module. Depending on which module or modules participants are assigned to, they may also be contacted by phone one to three times by the therapist to complete all module materials.
This study will be conducted in two phases. In the first, an initial group of participants will undergo the module treatments and then participants and therapists will be interviewed about the effectiveness and feasibility of the interventions. This feedback will be used to refine the modules. In the second phase, a second group of participants will undergo treatment in the refined modules and provide more feedback. All participants will continue with their regular treatment while undergoing module treatments.
Participation in this study will last 4 to 6 weeks, with follow-up interviews and assessments ending 6 months after completion of the intervention. In all, there will be five assessments, completed at an initial screening visit, just before treatment, just after treatment, and 3 and 6 months after the completion of treatment. The initial assessments will last 60 to 90 minutes and involve questionnaires and a structured interview. The other four assessments will last 45 to 60 minutes. Treatment adherence, attitudes toward medications, BPD symptoms, and overall functioning will be measured at each assessment. The number of pills used in each participant's prescription bottles will also be counted as a measure of medication adherence.
Ages Eligible for Study: | 18 Years and older |
Genders Eligible for Study: | Both |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | No |
Inclusion Criteria:
Exclusion Criteria:
Contact: Kristin Cassidy, MA | 216-844-2834 | Kristin.Cassidy@uhhospitals.org |
Contact: Edna Fuentes-Casiano, BSW | 216-844-2104 | Edna.Fuentes-Casiano@uhhospitals.org |
United States, Ohio | |
Connections | Recruiting |
Cleveland, Ohio, United States, 44122 | |
Contact: Edna Fuentes-Casiano, BSW 216-844-2104 Edna.Fuentes-Casiano@uhhospitals.org | |
Contact: Kristin Cassidy, MA 216-844-2834 Kristin.Cassidy@uhhospitals.org | |
Principal Investigator: Martha Sajatovic, MD | |
Sub-Investigator: Jennifer Levin, PhD |
Principal Investigator: | Martha Sajatovic, MD | Case Western Reserve University |
Responsible Party: | Case Western Reserve University ( Martha Sajatovic, MD ) |
Study ID Numbers: | R34 MH078967-P2, R34 MH078967, DAHBR 96-BHA |
Study First Received: | September 29, 2008 |
Last Updated: | October 6, 2008 |
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT00763919 |
Health Authority: | United States: Federal Government |
Patient Non-Adherence Patient Non-Compliance Patient Nonadherence Patient Noncompliance |
Patient Refusal of Treatment Refusal of Treatment Treatment Refusal |
Disulfiram Affective Disorders, Psychotic Mental Disorders |
Bipolar Disorder Mood Disorders Psychotic Disorders |
Pathologic Processes Disease |