A 19-year-old university student presents with a 3-week history of low mood and anxiety related to exam stress. She has mild impairment but no vegetat...

Question

A 19-year-old university student presents with a 3-week history of low mood and anxiety related to exam stress. She has mild impairment but no vegetative symptoms or suicidal ideation. According to CANMAT, what is the most appropriate first-line intervention?

Accepted Answer

Begin structured cognitive behavioural therapy or other evidence-based psychotherapy

Answer

Start SSRI immediately

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Prescribe benzodiazepine as needed for 6 months

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No intervention is required

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Admit to hospital for crisis management

ca-mccqe1 MCQ (SBA): Mild depression and anxiety management

A 19-year-old university student presents with a 3-week history of low mood and anxiety related to exam stress. She has mild impairment but no vegetative symptoms or suicidal ideation. According to CANMAT, what is the most appropriate first-line intervention?