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

Poole, Ria ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1173-5489, Simpson, Sharon Anne and Smith, Daniel J. 2012. Internet-based psychoeducation for bipolar disorder: a qualitative analysis of feasibility, acceptability and impact. BMC Psychiatry 12 (139) 10.1186/1471-244X-12-139

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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. Keywords: Bipolar disorder, Patient education, Internet, Feasibility, Patient experiences, Qualitative

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Schools:	Development and Evaluation of Complex Interventions for Public Health Improvement (DECIPHer) Social Sciences (Includes Criminology and Education)
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) H Social Sciences > HM Sociology R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine > RA0421 Public health. Hygiene. Preventive Medicine
Publisher:	BioMed Central
ISSN:	1471-244X
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	30 March 2016
Date of Acceptance:	11 September 2012
Last Modified:	24 Nov 2024 15:00
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/75264

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