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flag NSW program teaches CBT to reduce youth anxiety in 144 schools.

flag The NSW government-backed Anxiety Project is tackling rising childhood anxiety in over 144 schools by teaching students, parents, and teachers Cognitive Behaviour Therapy techniques. flag Rather than allowing children to avoid anxiety-provoking situations, the program encourages gradual exposure to manageable stress to build resilience. flag Experts warn that shielding children from discomfort can reinforce avoidance, and since 50% of mental health issues begin before age 14, early intervention is critical. flag The initiative is part of a broader push to make anxiety management mandatory in teacher training to reduce youth anxiety rates by 25% by 2030.

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