This study is being funded by the National Institute for Health & Care Research Health Technology Assessment programme (ref: NIHR HTA 132343), which is the research arm of the NHS. The views expressed are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of the NIHR or the Department of Health and Social Care.
The study is led by a team of experienced clinical psychologists and researchers, and is sponsored by the University of Bath.
Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health NHS Partnership Trust (AWP), is hosting the study. The University of Bath and AWP are responsible for ensuring the research meets its contractual, legal, and financial obligations.
The Bristol Trials Centre, a UKCRC-registered Clinical Trial Unit (CTU), at the University of Bristol is responsible for the day-to-day management of the study.
The study partners include: University of Bristol, Warwick University, Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust and Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear NHS Trust