Research Review: Is anxiety associated with negative interpretations of ambiguity in children and adolescents? A systematic review and meta ‐analysis

ConclusionsResults extend findings from adult literature by demonstrating an association in children and adolescents with evidence for content specificity in the association. Age effects imply a role for development. Results raise considerations for when and for whom clinical treatments for anxiety focusing on interpretation bias are appropriate. The vast majority of studies included in the review have used correlational designs and there are a limited number of studies with young children. The results should be considered with these limitations in mind.

Source: Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry - October 19, 2018 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Suzannah Stuijfzand, Cathy Creswell, Andy P. Field, Samantha Pearcey, Helen Dodd Tags: Research Review Source Type: research