Primary Care Challenges in Depression - To Treat or Refer?
Introduction
Screening for Depression in Primary Care
Case Study
Assessment
Differential Diagnosis of MDD
Medications That May Cause Depressive Symptoms
Measurement-Based Care
Widely Used Rating Scales
PHQ-9 Total Score
Jason’s PHQ-9 Symptom Checklist
Choosing Treatment
Psychotherapy vs Pharmacotherapy
Symptom-Based Treatment Selection
Treatment Response
Encouraging Adherence to Treatment
Goals of Treatment
Remission Is Critical
Assessing Full Remission
Case (cont)
Case: Next Steps
Decisions
Conclusions
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