New program aims to help former prisoners with bipolar disorder stay on track

NCT ID NCT04269772

First seen Jan 29, 2026 · Last updated Apr 17, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This small pilot study tested a new support program called CARE for people with bipolar disorder who were leaving prison. The program provided counseling sessions and follow-up phone calls to help participants stick with their mental health treatment after release. Researchers wanted to see if the program was practical to run and if it helped improve mood symptoms during this challenging transition period.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brown University

    Providence, Rhode Island, 02912, United States

  • Rhode Island Department of Corrections

    Cranston, Rhode Island, 02920, United States

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