Abstract
The second in this two part unit on depression in people with long term conditions examines the range of treatment options for moderate to severe depression, and for persistent subthreshold/mild to moderate illness that does not respond to treatment. Part 1 discussed the prevalence and causes of depression in this group, identification and assessment, and also outlined initial treatment for mild illness.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Antidepressive Agents / therapeutic use
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Behavior Therapy
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Chronic Disease / psychology*
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Comorbidity
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Depressive Disorder / complications
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Depressive Disorder / epidemiology
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Depressive Disorder / therapy*
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Drug Interactions
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Drug Monitoring
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Geriatric Assessment
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Humans
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Long-Term Care
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Nurse's Role
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Patient Education as Topic
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Practice Guidelines as Topic
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Severity of Illness Index