October 12, 2025Open Access

Application of a Telephone Programme for Informal Caregivers of Patients with Bipolar Disease

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CACatarina Inês Costa AfonsoInstituto Politécnico de Santarém ASAna SpínolaInstituto Politécnico de Santarém ARAlcinda ReisInstituto Politécnico de Santarém

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Pilot case study examined the impact of a nurse-led telephone program on caregiver burden and well-being in bipolar disorder, indicating feasibility and acceptability.

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The nurse-led telephone program improved caregiver well-being and self-efficacy, indicating significant qualitative benefits.
Participants reported increased understanding of emotional regulation strategies, fostering resilience among caregivers.
The pilot study highlights the feasibility of telephonic support for caregivers, reinforcing the role of psychoeducation in their coping abilities.
Findings suggest a need for larger studies to evaluate the overall impact of this intervention on caregiver burden and mood.

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Afonso et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68ebc91af2c3e4d8d926e254 https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202510.0318.v1

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Pilot case study examined the impact of a nurse-led telephone program on caregiver burden and well-being in bipolar disorder, indicating feasibility and acceptability.

Application of a Telephone Programme for Informal Caregivers of Patients with Bipolar Disease

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Application of a Telephone Programme for Informal Caregivers of Patients with Bipolar Disease

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