Feasible evidence-based strategies to manage depression in primary care.
According to the World Health Organization, major depressive disorder (MDD) is a leading cause of disability-adjusted life years worldwide. However, recent evidence suggests depression remains undertreated in primary care settings. Measurement-based care (MBC) is an evidence-based strategy that can feasibly assist primary care physicians in managing patients with MDD. Utilizing health information technology tools, such as computer decision support software, can improve adherence to evidence-based treatment guidelines and MBC at the point of care.
Department of Psychiatry, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390-9119, USA. benji.kurian@utsouthwestern.edu
Benji T
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Kurian
Bruce
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Grannemann
Madhukar H
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Trivedi
D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002985:Clinical Protocols; D003865:Major Depressive Disorder / Q000628:therapy*; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D019983:Guideline Adherence; D006801:Humans; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011320:Primary Health Care / Q000379:methods*
D000928:Antidepressive Agents