RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT02242110

Brief Treatment for Trauma Nightmares in Trauma-exposed Adults With Bipolar Disorder

Efficacy of a Brief Treatment for Chronic Nightmares Among Trauma-Exposed Persons With Bipolar Disorder

Sponsor

University of Tulsa

Enrollment

20 participants

Start Date

Jun 1, 2014

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Nightmares

Summary

Exposure, relaxation, and rescripting therapy (ERRT) is a promising psychological intervention developed to target trauma-related nightmares and sleep disturbances. Though further evidence is needed, ERRT has shown strong support in reducing the number and intensity of nightmares, as well as improving overall sleep quality in both civilian and veteran samples. This study will assess the efficacy in individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This trial is testing a short course of therapy to help adults with bipolar disorder who experience nightmares related to past traumatic events. **You may be eligible if...** - You have nightmares at least once a week for the past month - You have been formally diagnosed with bipolar disorder (type I or II) - You experienced a traumatic event at least one month ago - Your bipolar medication has been stable for at least 2 months **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your traumatic event happened within the last month - You have an intellectual disability - You have experienced mania or hypomania in the last 3 months - You had a suicide attempt or were hospitalized in the last 3 months - You have an untreated substance use problem in the past 6 months Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALERRT-Bipolar Disorder

The nightmare treatment, called Exposure, Relaxation, and Rescripting Therapy for Bipolar disorder, is a weekly 5-session treatment aimed at reducing chronic trauma nightmares and sleep disturbances in adults diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Locations(1)

University of Tulsa

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

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