Teaching mindfulness skills to help caregivers of people with bipolar disorder

This trial is testing whether a mindfulness-based educational program can help primary caregivers of people with bipolar disorder feel less overwhelmed and stressed. The program combines mindfulness practices with education about bipolar disorder and caregiving strategies. Researchers want to see if this approach reduces caregiver burnout, improves quality of life, and builds emotional resilience.

Caring for someone with bipolar disorder is emotionally and physically demanding—caregivers often experience isolation, burnout, and neglect their own health. This study exists because researchers believe teaching caregivers mindfulness skills and coping strategies could reduce their stress, help prevent patient relapses, and ultimately benefit both the caregiver and the person they care for.