Economic Analysis of the Anxiety Free Program for Secondary Students

This essay presents an economic evaluation of the 'Anxiety Free' program, designed to prevent anxiety among secondary school students. The program comprises two key components: identifying at-risk adolescents and providing online modules. The evaluation considers various cost variables, including transport, professional fees, and medication, aiming to determine the program's economic viability. The study employs a cost-benefit analysis to assess the intervention's effectiveness, taking into account health outcomes, such as diagnosis of anxiety, and the resources required, including healthcare and non-healthcare costs. Data collection methods include randomized controlled trials and online modules, with analysis conducted using SPSS software. The essay concludes by assessing the program's impact on students' well-being and overall economic feasibility, emphasizing the importance of evaluating both costs and benefits to justify the intervention's implementation.