A problem-solving approach to depression treatment in primary care.
Pharmacotherapy coupled with supportive behavioral change therapy is "the most promising treatment" for managing depression in the primary care setting, according to a psychologist at Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound. GHC offers solution-oriented therapy and interactive educational materials to help patients identify and manage lifestyle issues that contribute to their depression.
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