Effectiveness of Cognitive-behavioral Therapy for Generalized-Anxiety Disorders in Adolescents: A Systematic Review Using PICO Framework

Rajwa Dwifauza Suryanto, Prodio Efa Gaharani, Salma Salsabila, Calista Sasikirana Finola Aziz, Fitri Azlia Khaerani, Salsabila Athaya, Lulu Alya Setyowati, Elisya Kartadikaria, Muhammad Ilham Djamaluddin, Renata Bella Aprilana Soewahju, Dian Ayu Eka Pitaloka

Abstract


A number of teenagers experience various levels of mental disorders, ranging from mild stress to Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 264 million people suffer from anxiety disorders, including GAD, and this condition is a significant leading cause of suicide incidents, ranking sixth among serious mental health issues. From a societal perspective, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has the advantage of cost-effectiveness by minimizing the use of medications and enhancing productivity in education for adolescents receiving CBT. This study aims to conduct a systematic review of the existing literature on GAD in adolescents, using the PICO format method and formulating relevant research questions (RQ). Based on research that has been done, CBT has a relevant effect on some cases of GAD experienced by adolescents, although in some conditions CBT needs to be combined with antidepressants.


Keywords


Non Pharmacological Therapy; Mental Illness; Qualitative Studies

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.15416/pcpr.v10i2.53373

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