Depression in multiple sclerosis: critique of the research literature.
Depression has been found to be increased in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Depression is currently being studied as either a reactive response, a part of the symptomatology or a precipitating factor of the disease. The purpose of this article is to provide a review of the research literature on depression in multiple sclerosis. In addition, implications for neuroscience nurse who work with MS individuals are identified.
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University of British Columbia, School of Nursing, Vancouver, Canada.
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D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000150:complications* / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology; D006801:Humans; D009103:Multiple Sclerosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D012107:Research Design