The multifaceted consequences and economic costs of child anxiety problems: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Duration: 8 mins Publication Date: 14 Jul 2023 Next Review Date: 14 Jul 2026 DOI: 10.13056/acamh.24407

Description

In this Video Abstract, Mara Violato and Jack Pollard talk about their JCPP Advances Special Issue paper ‘The multifaceted consequences and economic costs of child anxiety problems: A systematic review and meta-analysis’. Over a quarter of people have an anxiety disorder at some point in their life, with many first experiencing difficulties during childhood or adolescence. Despite this, gaps still exist in the current evidence base of the multiple consequences of childhood anxiety problems and their costs.

Learning Objectives

1. Synthesise the evidence across the multiple consequences of childhood anxiety problems, including the associated economic costs.
2. Explore the association between childhood anxiety problems and subsequent anxiety and mood problems.