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A guide to behavioural experiments in bipolar disorder.

Jasper Palmier-Claus1,2, Kim Wright3, Warren Mansell4

  • 1Spectrum Centre for Mental Health Research, Division of Health Research, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK.

Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy
|December 13, 2019
PubMed
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This paper offers guidance for clinicians on using behavioural experiments in bipolar disorder treatment. These experiments help manage mood swings and related issues like perfectionism.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Background:

  • Behavioural experiments are key in cognitive-behavioural therapy.
  • Limited current guidance exists for applying these in bipolar disorder.
  • Bipolar disorder involves mood swings and associated cognitive/behavioural patterns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Provide up-to-date recommendations for conducting behavioural experiments in bipolar disorder.
  • Empower clinicians with practical strategies for this population.
  • Address both mood-related and non-mood-related difficulties in bipolar disorder.

Main Methods:

  • Combines expertise from senior UK clinicians.
  • Offers general advice on behavioural experiments for bipolar disorder.
Keywords:
behavioural experimentsbipolar disordercognitive-behavioural therapymood swings

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  • Provides specific examples targeting cognitions and behaviours.

    • Main Results:

    • Includes experiments for uncontrollability/danger cognitions in affective states.
    • Details strategies for mood-related difficulties in bipolar disorder.
    • Presents examples for non-mood issues like perfectionism and intrusive memories.

    Conclusions:

    • Behavioural experiments are effective for cognitive and behavioural change in bipolar disorder.
    • Sensitive and collaborative application aligns with recovery goals.
    • Can successfully address both mood and non-mood difficulties in bipolar disorder.