A qualitative study investigating bipolar patients' expectations of a lifestyle intervention: A self-management program.

Background: There is some evidence supporting the efficacy of lifestyle interventions in changing unhealthy habits and reduce the risk of developing comorbid conditions in Bipolar Disorder (BD).

Aims: This qualitative study aimed to identify what an optimal lifestyle intervention would look like for individuals with BD.

Methods: The current findings are based on one focus group and two paired interviews including a total of 10 individuals with BD (44.