Question

A 22-year-old university student presents with low mood, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping during examination period. She denies suicidal ideation and has no significant functional impairment. According to CANMAT guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

Recommend supported self-management and brief psychotherapy interventions before medication

Answer

Immediately start an SSRI at full therapeutic dose

Answer

Start benzodiazepines regularly for anxiety

Answer

Admit to inpatient psychiatry for intensive treatment

Answer

Start antipsychotic medication for mood stabilisation

Practice question

A 22-year-old university student presents with low mood, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping during examination period. She denies suicidal ideation and has no significant functional impairment. According to CANMAT guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management?