Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Reference for building the Care Pathway:

American Psychiatric Association (APA) - EUA

It is a professional organization representing psychiatrists and is involved in many areas related to mental health, including research, education, and the development of diagnostic guidelines, such as the DSM-5, which serves as a standard reference in mental health for identifying and describing a wide range of psychological and psychiatric disorders.

Caren has adopted the "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)" published by the APA as a reference to structure its care line, being essential for mental health professionals to implement effective and personalized care plans.

Care Pathway for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

The Caren care line is enhanced by an intelligent system that continuously monitors patient data, allowing early detection of signs of decompensation or complications in the treatment of GAD. The platform collects information from assessment questionnaires, therapy session attendance, and mental health-related parameters, cross-referencing this data to generate personalized alerts for healthcare teams. This contributes to a more precise and efficient follow-up, facilitating continuous management adapted to the needs of GAD patients.
πŸ“‹ Steps:
1
GAD-7
2
Psychoeducational Education
3
Progress Monitoring
Points
βœ… Main objectives:
  • βœ” Conduct a complete assessment to confirm the GAD diagnosis.
  • βœ” Inform the patient about the disorder and actively involve them in the treatment.
  • βœ” Monitor side effects and adjust as needed.
  • βœ” Use assessment scales (such as GAD-7) to measure anxiety levels during follow-up sessions.
πŸ“Œ Expected benefits:
  • βœ” Greater self-confidence in managing anxiety.
  • βœ” Improved quality of life for patients.
  • βœ” Prevention of relapses and long-term maintenance.
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