Date Approved
2023
Degree Type
Open Access Thesis
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department or School
Psychology
Committee Member
Claudia Drossel, Ph.D., Ph.D.
Committee Member
Alexandros Maragakis, Ph.D.
Committee Member
Eamonn Arble, Ph.D.
Abstract
Anxiety is one of the most prevalent psychological conditions in the pediatric population with significant impacts that often extend into adulthood. Pediatricians are in a unique position to screen and briefly intervene to facilitate early treatment and prevent long-term sequelae, but they often do not have adequate training. The current study addressed this gap with a brief online educational workshop that had two aims: to promote (a) screening for anxiety and (b) appropriate evidence-based interventions. Fifty-three providers participated, and 38 completed surveys preand post-training. Findings support the acceptability of the training, improved knowledge related to anxiety, and an increased readiness to manage anxiety during a medical visit. This study suggests the utility of a brief, online training on how to screen and provide evidence-based interventions for anxiety.
Recommended Citation
Wojtaszek, Julie A., "Feasibility and acceptability of a pediatric primary care physician training for anxiety screening and psychoeducation" (2023). Master's Theses and Doctoral Dissertations. 1212.
https://commons.emich.edu/theses/1212