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Cognitive-behavioral therapy for bipolar disorders in adolescents: a pilot study
Norah C Feeny1, Carla Kmett Danielson, Lisa Schwartz
1Department of Psychiatry, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and University Hospitals of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA. norah.feeny@case.edu
Bipolar Disorders
|October 18, 2006
Summary
This study developed a cognitive behavioral intervention for adolescents with bipolar disorder, finding it feasible and effective alongside medication. Further randomized controlled trials are recommended to confirm these promising results for pediatric bipolar disorder treatment.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Adolescent Mental Health
- Psychosocial Interventions
Background:
- Bipolar disorder significantly impacts adolescents, necessitating effective treatment strategies.
- Cognitive behavioral interventions show promise for managing mood disorders.
- Adjunctive therapies are crucial for comprehensive adolescent bipolar disorder care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a manualized cognitive behavioral intervention for adolescents with bipolar disorder.
- To assess the intervention's potential as an adjunct to pharmacological treatment.
- To provide a foundation for future randomized controlled studies.
Main Methods:
- A manualized, individually delivered cognitive behavioral intervention was developed based on existing research.
- The intervention was tested in adolescents with bipolar disorder receiving pharmacological treatment.
- Outcomes were compared to a matched control group not receiving psychosocial intervention.
Main Results:
- The developed cognitive behavioral intervention demonstrated feasibility in adolescents with bipolar disorder.
- Preliminary efficacy was observed, suggesting symptom improvement.
- The intervention served as a viable adjunct to standard pharmacological care.
Conclusions:
- Individually delivered cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a feasible adjunctive treatment for adolescents with bipolar disorder.
- CBT is associated with symptom improvement in this population.
- Randomized controlled studies are warranted to establish definitive efficacy.
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