Method of levels therapy for first-episode psychosis: rationale, design and baseline data for the feasibility randomised controlled Next Level study. Issue 5 (14th August 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Griffiths, Robert; Mansell, Warren; Carey, Timothy A.; Edge, Dawn; Emsley, Richard; Tai, Sara J.
• Is Part Of: BJPsych open. Volume 4:Issue 5(2018)
• Page Start: 339
• Page End: 345
• Publication Date: 2018-08-14
• Subjects: Method of Levels, -- first-episode psychosis, -- randomised controlled trial, -- feasibility; Psychiatry -- Periodicals; Mental health -- Periodicals; 616.89005
• DOI: 10.1192/bjo.2018.44
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2056-4724

Abstract

Abstract : Background: Method of levels (MOL) is an innovative transdiagnostic cognitive therapy with potential advantages over existing psychological treatments for psychosis. Aims: The Next Level study is a feasibility randomised controlled trial (RCT) of MOL for people experiencing first-episode psychosis. It aims to determine the suitability of MOL for further testing in a definitive trial (trial registration ISRCTN13359355). Method: The study uses a parallel group non-masked feasibilityRCT design with two conditions: (a) treatment as usual (TAU) and (b) TAU plus MOL. Participants ( n = 36) were recruited from early intervention in psychosis services. Outcome measures are completed at baseline, 10 and 14 months. The primary outcomes are recruitment and retention. Results: Participants' demographic and clinical characteristics are presented along with baseline data. Conclusions: Next Level has recruited to target, providing evidence that it is feasible to recruit to a RCT of MOL for first-episode psychosis. Declaration of interest: None.