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School-based intervention to reduce anxiety in children: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial (PACES).

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This study evaluates the FRIENDS cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) program in schools to prevent childhood anxiety and low mood. Results will inform effective school-based mental health interventions.

Area of Science:

  • Child and Adolescent Psychology
  • Mental Health Interventions
  • Preventive Psychiatry

Background:

  • Childhood emotional problems like anxiety and low mood are prevalent, impacting daily life and adult mental health.
  • Many children with emotional difficulties are not identified or treated, highlighting the need for early intervention.
  • Preventive approaches in schools are crucial for addressing childhood mental health challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the FRIENDS school-based cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) program.
  • To assess the program's impact on symptoms of anxiety and low mood in 9-10 year old children.
  • To compare school-led FRIENDS, health-led FRIENDS, and treatment as usual.

Main Methods:

  • Pragmatic cluster randomized controlled trial design with schools as the unit of allocation.

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  • Involves 41 recruited schools assigned to three conditions: school-led FRIENDS, health-led FRIENDS, or treatment as usual.
  • Primary outcome: change in Revised Child Anxiety and Depression Scale scores; secondary outcomes: self-esteem, worries, bullying, life satisfaction. Assessments at baseline, 6, and 12 months.

    • Main Results:

    • Recruitment of 41 schools completed as of September 2011.
    • 12-month follow-up assessments are scheduled for completion by May 2013.
    • Data analysis is pending completion of the 12-month assessments.

    Conclusions:

    • The study is actively recruiting and conducting follow-up assessments for a school-based CBT prevention program.
    • Findings will provide evidence on the effectiveness of the FRIENDS program in reducing childhood anxiety and low mood.
    • The trial aims to inform the implementation of effective, scalable mental health prevention strategies in educational settings.