A task force of health professionals across the country recommended on Tuesday that doctors begin screening all children aged 8 to 18 for anxiety, regardless of whether they are showing symptoms. .
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has issued recommendations, noting that cases of mental health disorders continue to rise among young Americans. The primary goal of the task force, under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is to take preventive action against rising disease.
Dr. Martha Cubic, a task force member and professor at George Mason University, said:
Anxiety is clearly defined by the Task Force as a form of excessive fear or worry that turns into physical and/or emotional symptoms. children with anxiety usually benefit from cognitive-behavioral therapy or psychotherapy, according to the group.
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Kubitt noted that childhood anxiety can manifest later in adulthood and increase the risk of severe depression. We hope this will help you identify if you should be evaluated.
However, the task force gave a “B” recommendation for anxiety screening in children. based on the findings of the survey.
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A formal draft recommendation from the task force is expected to be published in April.
The task force is a volunteer panel of medical professionals seeking to introduce screening, counseling, and preventative medicines to improve the health of Americans. It does not represent
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