Living with Bipolar Intervention

Researchers at Lancaster University are working on a research project that aims to develop and test a new web-based self-management intervention for bipolar disorder called 'Living with Bipolar' The study is based at The Spectrum Centre for Mental Health Research within Lancaster University, which was established in February 2008.
The research centre aims to "conduct research to develop, test, disseminate and implement psychosocial interventions for mental health problems".
Purpose
Researchers argue that there is evidence many people with Bipolar Disorder want psychological therapy and that it works well for a great deal of people. However, not everyone is able to access to psychological therapy in the NHS, meaning not everyone is able to receive this kind of help.
A potential web-based self management intervention would possibly increase access to psychological therapy, which means people can access a service without having to be on a waiting list.
Methods
Three year's funding from Mersey Care NHS Trust will allow researchers to operate their research through the use of focus groups and a randomized controlled trial.

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