Normalization of Fronto-Parietal Activation by Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Unmedicated Pediatric Patients With Anxiety Disorders

Normalization of Fronto-Parietal Activation by Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Unmedicated Pediatric Patients With Anxiety Disorders, in The American Journal of Psychiatry

key takeaway: Activation in fronto-parietal networks may normalize after CBT in unmedicated pediatric anxiety patients. Limbic regions may be less amenable to acute CBT effects.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Alters Brain Activity in Children With Anxiety, press release from NIMH

Note from Jesse: I rarely post research on single studies here. But my daughter participated in this clinical trial, so I think it's really cool. Also, that's a good reminder that clinical trials, when accessible, can be a great way to access free quality treatment. Not only did it not cost us anything, my daughter made a few thousand dollars by participating.