Information on the NICE Guidelines

The National Institute of Clinical Excellence is an independent organisation that is responsible for providing the national guidance that promotes good health and the prevention and treatment of all illnesses. They set out a series of national frameworks that G.P's must follow; they are legally required to adhere to this guidance. The NICE guidelines will cover many medical disorders including anxiety disorders. They set out what each person who has been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder is legally entitled too in terms of health care. This guidance should be followed by each G.P and they should be offering any of the treatments that are recommended for the diagnosed condition. Being aware of this guidance means that individuals will know what they are entitled to and also what has been found to be effective when used for certain conditions. These guidelines can also offer more clarity to an individual and mean that if they are not satisfied with the medical care they are receiving they are able to find out exactly what their rights are. Copies of the guidance can be downloaded from the NICE website or hard copies can be requested free of charge. The website address is www.nice.org.uk.

To access NICE guidelines please click on the following links: National Institute of Clinical Excellence