Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework
Abstract Background When assessing the value of an intervention in bipolar disorder, researchers and clinicians often focus on metrics that quantify improvements to core diagnostic symptoms (e.g., mania). Providers often overlook or misunderstand the impact of treatment on life quality and function....
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| author | J. E. Siegel-Ramsay S. J. Sharp C. J. Ulack K. S. Chiang T. Lanza di Scalea S. O’Hara K. Carberry S. M. Strakowski J. Suarez E. Teisberg S. Wallace J. R. C. Almeida |
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| description | Abstract Background When assessing the value of an intervention in bipolar disorder, researchers and clinicians often focus on metrics that quantify improvements to core diagnostic symptoms (e.g., mania). Providers often overlook or misunderstand the impact of treatment on life quality and function. We wanted to better characterize the shared experiences and obstacles of bipolar disorder within the United States from the patient’s perspective. Methods We recruited 24 individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder and six caretakers supporting someone with the condition. Participants were involved in treatment or support services for bipolar disorder in central Texas. As part of this qualitative study, participants discussed their everyday successes and obstacles related to living with bipolar disorder during personalized, open-ended interviews. Audio files were transcribed, and Nvivo software processed an initial thematic analysis. We then categorized themes into bipolar disorder-related obstacles that limit the patient’s capability (i.e., function), comfort (i.e., relief from suffering) and calm (i.e., life disruption) (Liu et al., FebClin Orthop 475:315–317, 2017; Teisberg et al., MayAcad Med 95:682–685, 2020). We then discuss themes and suggest practical strategies that might improve the value of care for patients and their families. Results Issues regarding capability included the struggle to maintain identity, disruptions to meaningful employment, relationship loss and the unpredictable nature of bipolar disorder. Comfort related themes included the personal perception of diagnosis, social stigma and medication issues. Calm themes included managing dismissive doctors, finding the right psychotherapist and navigating financial burdens. Conclusions Qualitative data from patients with bipolar disorder helps identify gaps in care or practical limitations to treatment. When we listen to these individuals, it is clear that treatments must also address the unmet psychosocial impacts of the condition to improve patient care, capability and calm. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-eb4ee0bdba654cb9b355eeacb6b26aa72023-04-23T11:04:10ZengSpringerOpenInternational Journal of Bipolar Disorders2194-75112023-04-0111111110.1186/s40345-023-00293-9Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm frameworkJ. E. Siegel-Ramsay0S. J. Sharp1C. J. Ulack2K. S. Chiang3T. Lanza di Scalea4S. O’Hara5K. Carberry6S. M. Strakowski7J. Suarez8E. Teisberg9S. Wallace10J. R. C. Almeida11Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinDepartment of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinValue Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinDepartment of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinDepartment of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinValue Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinValue Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinDepartment of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinValue Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinValue Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinValue Institute for Health and Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinDepartment of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at AustinAbstract Background When assessing the value of an intervention in bipolar disorder, researchers and clinicians often focus on metrics that quantify improvements to core diagnostic symptoms (e.g., mania). Providers often overlook or misunderstand the impact of treatment on life quality and function. We wanted to better characterize the shared experiences and obstacles of bipolar disorder within the United States from the patient’s perspective. Methods We recruited 24 individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder and six caretakers supporting someone with the condition. Participants were involved in treatment or support services for bipolar disorder in central Texas. As part of this qualitative study, participants discussed their everyday successes and obstacles related to living with bipolar disorder during personalized, open-ended interviews. Audio files were transcribed, and Nvivo software processed an initial thematic analysis. We then categorized themes into bipolar disorder-related obstacles that limit the patient’s capability (i.e., function), comfort (i.e., relief from suffering) and calm (i.e., life disruption) (Liu et al., FebClin Orthop 475:315–317, 2017; Teisberg et al., MayAcad Med 95:682–685, 2020). We then discuss themes and suggest practical strategies that might improve the value of care for patients and their families. Results Issues regarding capability included the struggle to maintain identity, disruptions to meaningful employment, relationship loss and the unpredictable nature of bipolar disorder. Comfort related themes included the personal perception of diagnosis, social stigma and medication issues. Calm themes included managing dismissive doctors, finding the right psychotherapist and navigating financial burdens. Conclusions Qualitative data from patients with bipolar disorder helps identify gaps in care or practical limitations to treatment. When we listen to these individuals, it is clear that treatments must also address the unmet psychosocial impacts of the condition to improve patient care, capability and calm.https://doi.org/10.1186/s40345-023-00293-9Bipolar disorderPsychosocialTreatmentQualitativeCCC frameworkCapability Comfort and Calm Framework |
| spellingShingle | J. E. Siegel-Ramsay S. J. Sharp C. J. Ulack K. S. Chiang T. Lanza di Scalea S. O’Hara K. Carberry S. M. Strakowski J. Suarez E. Teisberg S. Wallace J. R. C. Almeida Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework International Journal of Bipolar Disorders Bipolar disorder Psychosocial Treatment Qualitative CCC framework Capability Comfort and Calm Framework |
| title | Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework |
| title_full | Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework |
| title_fullStr | Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework |
| title_full_unstemmed | Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework |
| title_short | Experiences that matter in bipolar disorder: a qualitative study using the capability, comfort and calm framework |
| title_sort | experiences that matter in bipolar disorder a qualitative study using the capability comfort and calm framework |
| topic | Bipolar disorder Psychosocial Treatment Qualitative CCC framework Capability Comfort and Calm Framework |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40345-023-00293-9 |
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