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Published in: BMC Psychiatry 1/2012

Open Access 01-12-2012 | Research article

Internet-based psychoeducation for bipolar disorder: a qualitative analysis of feasibility, acceptability and impact

Authors: Ria Poole, Sharon A Simpson, Daniel J Smith

Published in: BMC Psychiatry | Issue 1/2012

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Abstract

Background

In a recent exploratory randomised trial we found that a novel, internet-based psychoeducation programme for bipolar disorder (Beating Bipolar) was relatively easy to deliver and had a modest effect on psychological quality of life. We sought to explore the experiences of participants with respect to feasibility, acceptability and impact of Beating Bipolar.

Methods

Participants were invited to take part in a semi-structured interview. Thematic analysis techniques were employed; to explore and describe participants’ experiences, the data were analysed for emerging themes which were identified and coded.

Results

The programme was feasible to deliver and acceptable to participants where they felt comfortable using a computer. It was found to impact upon insight into illness, health behaviour, personal routines and positive attitudes towards medication. Many participants regarded the programme as likely to be most beneficial for those recently diagnosed.

Conclusions

An online psychoeducation package for bipolar disorder, such as Beating Bipolar, is feasible and acceptable to patients, has a positive impact on self-management behaviours and may be particularly suited to early intervention. Alternative (non-internet) formats should also be made available to patients.
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Metadata
Title
Internet-based psychoeducation for bipolar disorder: a qualitative analysis of feasibility, acceptability and impact
Authors
Ria Poole
Sharon A Simpson
Daniel J Smith
Publication date
01-12-2012
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
BMC Psychiatry / Issue 1/2012
Electronic ISSN: 1471-244X
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-244X-12-139

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