Evaluating Risk Factors and Intervention Outcomes for Anxiety and Depression in Children: A Case-Control Study
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childhood anxiety,, depression, case-control studyAbstract
Abstract: The incidence of childhood anxiety and depression has been steadily rising, influencing public health policy worldwide. This case-control study aimed to identify the primary risk factors contributing to these mental health issues and evaluate the effectiveness of various interventions. Cases were defined as children aged 6 to 18 years with clinical diagnoses of anxiety or depression, while controls included children from the same age range without these diagnoses. The study analyzed demographic, socioeconomic, and environmental risk factors using statistical methods such as logistic regression. Significant findings included a higher likelihood of mental health issues in urban areas and increased risks associated with socioeconomic disparities and parental mental health history. School-based intervention programs were found to be the most effective in reducing symptoms, with a mean decrease in symptoms of 15.6% (p <0.001). The results underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions that incorporate family and community support to mitigate childhood anxiety and depression.
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