A randomised control trial of the efficacy of a psychoeducational support group for carers of persons with personality disorder

This study tests whether a support group program (called Project Air) for family members and carers of people with personality disorders reduces stress and improves their wellbeing. Caring for someone with a personality disorder can be very difficult. The program provides education and coping strategies in a group setting and is compared against a waiting list (no immediate treatment) to see if it helps. You may be eligible if: - You are 18 years or older (or 16-17 with a parent or guardian) - You are a family member, partner, or close friend (not a paid carer) of someone with a personality disorder - The person you support is over 14 years old - The person you support does not have schizophrenia or primary drug addiction as their main diagnosis - You are able to commit to attending the group sessions You may NOT be eligible if: - You are a paid professional carer - The person you support has schizophrenia or primary drug addiction - You have significant mental health, physical, or substance use concerns that could interfere with the group - You cannot commit to the session schedule or waiting list Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.