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Web of support
- Authors:
- JONES Stephen, TODD Nicholas J.
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, July/August 2013, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
A recent trial of a web-based self-management intervention for bipolar disorder with 122 participants with bipolar disorder was found to have real benefits for participants. The trial, part of the 'Living with Bipolar' led by the Spectrum Centre at Lancaster University, ran over six months. Participants left the intervention with a less threatening view of the their condition and more confidence to take control. The Spectum Centre is also running other trials of online programmes, including a programme looking at the challenges faced by parents with bipolar disorder. (Original abstract)
Disability and self-management practices of people with bipolar disorder: a web-based survey
- Authors:
- DEPP Colin A., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Community Mental Health Journal, 45(3), June 2009, pp.179-187.
- Publisher:
- Springer
Using a web-based survey of adults diagnosed with bipolar disorder this study obtained frequency of self-reported usage and perceived helpfulness of 27 self-management strategies. The strategy use and perceived helpfulness were correlated with demographic and clinical characteristics, along with the Illness Intrusiveness Scale total score. Completed surveys were obtained from 1,024 individuals. Perceived helpfulness of 18 of 27 strategies was correlated negatively with illness intrusiveness. Given limitations of web-based surveys, the study highlights the substantial negative impact of bipolar disorder, along with the potential of the Internet to enhance the use of self-management strategies.
Oh wondrous web?
- Author:
- FRANCESCHILD Donna
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, February 2008, pp.13-15.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
The author describes the difficult experience she had when seeking support for severe depression from an online support group. She goes on to discuss how easy it is to set up online discussion groups and the need for proper accountability.
Switched on
- Author:
- MOORE Alison
- Journal article citation:
- Health Service Journal, 20.11.08 supplement, 2008, pp.8-9.
- Publisher:
- Emap Healthcare
Reports on two initiatives which are using internet and text-based technology to elicit feedback from mental health patients and provide them with support. The first, Patient Opinion, allows service users and carers to post comments on a website, which are then answered by the relevant trust. A second initiative uses text messaging to enable patients with bipolar disorder to self-assess their mood.