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New treatment option for Bipolar Disorder
Official title Cognitive Stimulation for Elderly Bipolar Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04184375
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Age is a major risk factor for the development of cognitive disorders and neurodegenerative pathologies. Cognitive disorders during the phases of bipolar disease are known to exist, and alterations increase significantly after the age of 65.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- Pre-
- age \> 65 years old
- Diagnosis of bipolar illness for more than 10 years
- Euthymic phase
- Understands and speaks French
You likely can't join if
- Illiteracy
- Patient participating in other therapeutic workshops (e. g. psycho-geriatric day hospital care, etc.)
- Persons deprived of their liberty by a judicial or administrative decision
- Persons of full age who are subject to a legal protection measure
- Persons unable to consent
- Persons who are not members of or beneficiaries of a social security scheme
See the full eligibility criteria
- Pre-
- age \> 65 years old
- Diagnosis of bipolar illness for more than 10 years
- Euthymic phase
- Understands and speaks French
- Free, informed and express consent
- Mild to moderate neuro-cognitive impairments (MMS Test : 16 ≤ score \< 26)
- Illiteracy
- Patient participating in other therapeutic workshops (e. g. psycho-geriatric day hospital care, etc.)
- Persons deprived of their liberty by a judicial or administrative decision
- Persons of full age who are subject to a legal protection measure
- Persons unable to consent
- Persons who are not members of or beneficiaries of a social security scheme
- Patient's refusal to participate in the study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- La Rochelle, France
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include La Rochelle, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.