Improve mood and anxiety disorders through a mental health program

Washington: In a recent study, researchers found that treatment at "FEMAP," a mental health program for youth with mood and anxiety disorders, improved outcomes for patients.

The study was published in the Journal of Early Intervention in Psychiatry. FEMAP offers treatment to emerging adults aged 16 to 25, whose emotional concerns fall into categories of mood and anxiety symptoms. The treatment takes a patient-centered approach in a friendly environment where patients are treated by a multidisciplinary team.

"FEMAP helped me understand that nothing was wrong in my head and that I was not alone in how I felt … I learned to manage and manage things in a more meaningful way. constructive, which made them much easier Before entering the program, I had difficulty finishing my studies, I had no prospect of employment and I could not have a relationship. Three years of the program, I have a great job, I'm married and I own a house, which I never thought was possible, "said research participant Kirstie Leedham.

The study included 370 young people. Before starting treatment, they had moderate moderate depression, moderate anxiety, and low satisfaction with the quality of their health.

Out of 370 youth eligible for treatment, 322 participated in a clinical badessment. The research team found that people who disengaged early had less severe symptoms than those who remained engaged.

Follow-up questionnaires were completed by 174 youth about six months after the start of treatment. The research team has discovered significant improvements in patient outcomes, including a reduction in mood and anxiety symptoms, improved functioning, and superior satisfaction.

"These results demonstrate the effectiveness of early intervention programs offering personalized treatment that accommodates the needs and wishes of the patient." The data suggests that our model helps patients manage their mental health disorders. Mood and anxiety, "said Dr. Elizabeth Osuch, clinical scientist.

"Our findings suggest that FEMAP provides access to mental health care in the most appropriate settings by preventing emergency visits, demonstrating the health system's potential of this new treatment program," notes Dr. Kelly Anderson. Associate Scientist

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