Diagnosis and management of anxiety and/or depression in children and adolescents with epilepsy:interpretation of the ILAE consensus and comparative analysis with international guidelines
ZHONG Xu-yuan
ZHANG Chen-mei
HE Wei-mei
ZHAO Shi-guo
Abstract：This study interprets the 2024 consensus of the International League Against Epilepsy(ILAE)on the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety and depression in children and adolescents with epilepsy,and compares it with other international guidelines.By analyzing the differences in screening methods,diagnostic tools,treatment principles,and long-term management strategies,the study proposes a clinical diagnosis and management protocol.The findings indicate that anxiety and depression in children with epilepsy are often overlooked,emphasizing the critical importance of early identification and intervention.The study also discusses the necessity for family involvement and multidisciplinary management,highlighting the key role of combining psychotherapy with pharmacotherapy in improving patient outcomes.
Keywords：epilepsychildanxietydepressioncognitive behavioral therapyantidepressants
Publication Date：2025-10-06
Online Publishing Date：2025-11-24(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：10( 793-802 )