This study, called FOCUS Bipolar, is looking at ways to help families understand the risk of bipolar disorder (a mental health condition causing extreme mood swings) in children and teenagers. It's an observational study, meaning researchers will watch and learn, not give new treatments. They are testing a family-centered approach to screening youth aged 7-21 who have a biological parent with bipolar disorder. The study will involve creating and testing a video and FAQ document to help parents make informed decisions about screening. Researchers want to see if these tools help parents understand genetic risk and if remote screening for youth is practical and accepted. They also want to identify early risk patterns. About 200 people are expected to join. The study is currently unclear on its recruitment status.

Study design

This is an observational study involving approximately 200 participants. It includes co-design workshops and testing of decision aid prototypes.

What's involved

You might participate in workshops to help design educational materials, or provide feedback on video and FAQ documents. Youth participants will take screening surveys.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The study measures outcomes like decision aid acceptability and usability, and youth screening uptake rate, at 16 months.

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