N Engl J Med December 2008 PMID 18974308

Cognitive behavioral therapy, sertraline, or a combination in childhood anxiety.

John T Walkup, Anne Marie Albano, John Piacentini, Boris Birmaher, Scott N Compton, Joel T Sherrill, Golda S Ginsburg, Moira A Rynn, James McCracken, Bruce Waslick, Satish Iyengar, John S March, Philip C Kendall

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Discussions focus on the significance of the CAMS trial's results, emphasizing the high improvement rates with combined therapy, exemplified by phrases like '81% improved' and references to past studies on CBT's effectiveness. The tone and choice of words suggest a respectful acknowledgment of the research's importance and a curiosity about its implications for treatment strategies.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the effectiveness of combined therapies, aligning with the published study, though some highlight prior findings like CBT's efficacy alone.

InterestModerate interest

The topics generate moderate interest, particularly regarding the success rates of combined treatments and comparisons to past research.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific trials and statistics, such as CAMS and percentage improvements, showing a thoughtful engagement with the subject matter.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions reflect recognition of the study's relevance, noting that the findings could influence treatment approaches for childhood anxiety.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), sertraline medication, and their combination are effective treatments for childhood anxiety disorders, with the combination therapy showing the highest improvement rates.
  • Children receiving combination therapy had significantly better outcomes than those receiving just CBT or sertraline alone.
  • Overall, these treatments were safe, with no increase in serious adverse events, and each helped reduce anxiety severity in affected children.]

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Child and Adolescent Anxiety Disorders Clinic
@ChildAnxiety · X

The Child and Adolescent Multimodal Study (CAMS) was the largest randomized controlled trial for youth anxiety. Results showed 81% of youth who received both CBT and Zoloft improved. CBT alone and medication alone were equally as effective. https://t.co/Ys0o1V14Mp

Jul 29, 2021 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 648 followers View post →
Futoshi Suzuki
@fsuzukipsy · X

ちなみに、CAMSの除外基準には、双極性障害、精神病、広汎性発達障害、不登校、抗ADHD薬が処方されていないADHD混合型、寛解していないうつ病などが含まれています。 https://t.co/iPBXiHI9ML

Aug 21, 2021 · 4 likes · 79 followers View post →
Stella Chan
@StellaWYChan · X

RT @ChildAnxiety: The Child and Adolescent Multimodal Study (CAMS) was the largest randomized controlled trial for youth anxiety. Results s…

Jul 30, 2021 · 2 shares · 2,032 followers View post →
Childhood&Developmental Disorders
@ChildhoodDevel1 · X

RT @ChildAnxiety: The Child and Adolescent Multimodal Study (CAMS) was the largest randomized controlled trial for youth anxiety. Results s…

Jul 30, 2021 · 2 shares · 117 followers View post →

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Lumate Health
@lumatehealth · X

Did you know? CBT was shown to be as effective as medication for teen anxiety (Walkup, et al 2008). Sources: https://t.co/yWIk9laZN2 https://t.co/aKyli28GLm https://t.co/s9IAatiYTR

Jan 5, 2024 · 61 followers View post →
Futoshi Suzuki
@fsuzukipsy · X

ちなみに、CAMSの除外基準には、双極性障害、精神病、広汎性発達障害、不登校、抗ADHD薬が処方されていないADHD混合型、寛解していないうつ病などが含まれています。 https://t.co/iPBXiHI9ML

Aug 21, 2021 · 4 likes · 79 followers View post →
Stella Chan
@StellaWYChan · X

RT @ChildAnxiety: The Child and Adolescent Multimodal Study (CAMS) was the largest randomized controlled trial for youth anxiety. Results s…

Jul 30, 2021 · 2 shares · 2,032 followers View post →
Childhood&Developmental Disorders
@ChildhoodDevel1 · X

RT @ChildAnxiety: The Child and Adolescent Multimodal Study (CAMS) was the largest randomized controlled trial for youth anxiety. Results s…

Jul 30, 2021 · 2 shares · 117 followers View post →
Child and Adolescent Anxiety Disorders Clinic
@ChildAnxiety · X

The Child and Adolescent Multimodal Study (CAMS) was the largest randomized controlled trial for youth anxiety. Results showed 81% of youth who received both CBT and Zoloft improved. CBT alone and medication alone were equally as effective. https://t.co/Ys0o1V14Mp

Jul 29, 2021 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 648 followers View post →