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
University of Tulsa
20 participants
Jun 1, 2014
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
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
Inclusion Criteria4
- Nightmares at least once per week for the past month
- Formal diagnosis of Bipolar disorder (I or II)
- Exposure to traumatic event (1+ months ago)
- Stable on bipolar medication for at least 2 months
Exclusion Criteria5
- A traumatic event within the last month
- Intellectual disability
- Current or recent mania/hypomania within the last 3 months
- Suicide attempt or hospitalization within the last 3 months
- Current or untreated substance use disorder within the past 6 months
Interventions
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.
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NCT02242110