Description

In this talk, Professor David Coghill presents key insights from the Evidence-based Clinical Practice Guideline for Anxiety in Children and Young People, developed by the Melbourne Children’s Campus Mental Health Strategy and supported by The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. The presentation follows the patient journey—identification, assessment, care planning, treatment, and monitoring—while highlighting the importance of early detection, stepped care, and evidence-based interventions. Designed to support clinicians, educators, and service providers, the guideline offers practical tools for improving outcomes across diverse settings.

Learning Objectives

A. To describe the stages involved in managing anxiety for children and young people during their patient journey.

B. To identify key tools and strategies for early detection and assessment of anxiety.

C. To provide evidence-based treatment recommendations, including when to use psychoeducation, psychological therapy, and medication.

Related Content Links

Advanced Perspectives on Anxiety: Insights for Specialist Mental Health Clinicians
Engaging Carers and Family in Anxiety Treatment
A Guide to Childhood anxiety: Evidence-based approaches