Publications by authors named "Ella Baruch"
Article Synopsis
- - The study focuses on the experiences of individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder who are receiving early intervention in psychosis (EIP) services after experiencing their first episode of psychotic mania.
- - Through interviews with 11 participants, five key aspects were identified that highlight how EIP services help individuals rebuild their understanding, confidence, and future outlook.
- - The findings emphasize the importance of person-centred relationships, shared decision-making, and tailored goal-setting in effectively supporting young people in their recovery from early episodes of psychosis.
'Between a rock and a hard place': family members' experiences of supporting a relative with bipolar disorder.
Soc Psychiatry Psychiatr Epidemiol
October 2018
Purpose: Clinical guidelines emphasise the central role of family members in supporting people with bipolar disorder. However, there has been little focus on the challenges family members face in supporting their relative. This qualitative study explored the challenges of providing support to a relative with bipolar disorder, and how family members attempted to meet these challenges.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAims: Clinical guidelines recommend that psychological interventions be offered to caregivers of people with bipolar disorder. However, there is little clarity about the efficacy of such interventions. This review examined the efficacy of psychological interventions in improving caregiver-focused outcomes, including burden, psychological symptoms and knowledge.
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