Cognitive Remediation in Bipolar (CRiB2)
About the study
CRiB2 is a study which aims to investigate whether cognitive remediation therapy is effective in improving the thinking skills and daily life functioning of people with bipolar disorder.
What does the study involve?
Many people with bipolar disorder experience difficulties with memory, concentration and problem solving abilities. This can affect their quality of life, and may make everyday tasks difficult. Cognitive remediation therapy has been shown to help people improve their thinking skills. This study aims to investigate whether cognitive remediation is effective in improving the thinking skills and daily life functioning of people with bipolar disorder.
CRiB2 will use a computerised version of cognitive remediation, called CIRCUITS, which focuses on linking the training of thinking skills to many real-world situations and problems. Therapy sessions will be held two to three times per week (for approximately one hour) with the help of a therapist, and participants will be also encouraged to practice CIRCUITS in their own time.
For this study, we are working with King's College London.
Who can take part?
Participants may be eligible to take part in the CRiB2 study if they:
- Have a diagnosis of bipolar type I or II
- Are between 18 and 65 years of age
- Are currently euthymic (not currently experiencing disabling symptoms of depression or mania)
- Meet additional study criteria
For further information about this study please our study team:
Email: CRiB2@cntw.nhs.uk
Tel: 07977 559 222