Implementation and Cost Evaluation of Project UPLIFT
Emory University
Summary
This study tests Project Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favorable Thoughts (UPLIFT) which is a Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program teaching participants with epilepsy methods that include challenging thoughts, behavioral activation, coping, problem-solving, and mindfulness, for well-being and costs. Project UPLIFT is delivered as weekly sessions over 8 weeks.
Description
Over 3.4 million people in the US have epilepsy, which is a chronic neurological condition that affects individuals across their lifespan. A key feature of epilepsy is the unpredictable occurrence of seizures that can have catastrophic physical and psychological consequences. Even when seizures are well-controlled with anti-seizure medications (ASMs), challenges often persist leading to increased morbidity, mortality, and a decreased quality of life (QOL). Individuals with epilepsy often deal with a complex set of medical and psychosocial issues including stigma and social isolation resulting…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults 18 years or older * Diagnosis of epilepsy (self-reported by patient) * Can speak English * Has access to a phone or computer Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to cognitively participate
Interventions
- BehavioralProject UPLIFT
Project UPLIFT is a Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program teaching participants methods that include challenging thoughts, behavioral activation, coping, problem-solving, and mindfulness. The program is group-based and provides weekly sessions, delivered remotely via telephone or video conferencing platform, over an 8-week period.
Location
- Rollins School of Public HealthAtlanta, Georgia