The Society of Mental Health Research is holding their annual conference at Te Pae at the end of Nov and as part of the conference there are some pre-conference workshops. One of them: Rhythms, Routines and Mood: Why Rhythms Matter in Bipolar Disorder – Translating circadian science into clinical practice is a joint workshop between a UoO and UoA team and is being held at Manawa on 24th Nov
Why do changes in sleep, daily routines and social rhythms have such a profound impact on mood? Growing evidence highlights the bidirectional relationship between sleep and circadian rhythm disruption and mood disorder. Because the circadian system plays a foundational role in regulating mood, integrating circadian-informed strategies into psychological treatments is powerful.
This interactive workshop weaves translational circadian science with practical clinical practice. It introduces Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT), an evidence-based psychotherapy that targets the stabilisation of the biological and social rhythms underlying bipolar disorder. Participants will gain an understanding of the science underpinning IPSRT, how this informs the conceptualisation and treatment of bipolar disorder, and how its practical strategies can be incorporated into everyday clinical practice.
Designed to be highly interactive and practice-focused, the workshop combines evidence, clinical examples and practical exercises to help participants build confidence in applying circadian and rhythm informed principles and strategies with people living with bipolar disorder.
Full programme details HERE
